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Key takeaways

  • Adobe’s PDF page remover lets you remove one or more pages in just a few steps, delivering speed, reliability, and security with every click.
  • Deleting a page in a PDF is simple with Adobe’s easy-to-use tool. Just upload your file, click the page thumbnails, and remove the selected pages.
  • You can use the PDF page remover tool across any device, including Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android.

How to delete pages in a PDF online for free

To delete PDF pages online, all you need to do is drag and drop your document into our free online tool. Select the PDF pages you want to remove, then save and download your new document.

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  1. Select your file. Click the blue  Select a file  button or drag and drop your file from your desktop or file browser into the dotted, rectangular box to upload your PDF.
  2. Sign in to your account. Once Acrobat has uploaded the file, sign in or register for an Adobe account for free.
  3. Choose the pages you want to delete. To remove pages from a PDF, highlight the page thumbnails you wish to remove. You can delete a single page or a selection from the PDF.
  4. Delete the PDF pages. Next, navigate to the top toolbar and click the dustbin icon. This will remove the chosen pages from your PDF.
  5. Save and share your PDF. Finally, click  Save  and enter a new name for your edited PDF to download your file to your device. Alternatively, share your PDF online with a link to encourage collaboration.

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Delete PDF pages in seconds

Use Adobe Acrobat's online services to easily remove pages from a PDF. Simply sign in, upload your PDF document, and download or share your edited file.

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Delete only selected pages from a PDF

Sign in and highlight the specific thumbnails of the pages you want to delete from the PDF. Once you've finished highlighting the unwanted pages, click the dustbin icon in the toolbar at the top to remove them from the PDF.

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Reorder and rotate pages

Use Acrobat's online PDF tools to drag and drop pages, reorder them, and rotate individual PDF pages in portrait or landscape mode.

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Share your edited PDF

Once you're happy with your PDF, it's easy to share it with others. Your collaborators will have the same view as you, so it's a great way to collect feedback or request signatures. You can even compress your PDF to make sending easier.

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Remove PDF pages on any device

You can access the PDF page remover and other Acrobat online tools on any device and any operating system. From desktops to laptops and smartphones, you can easily use the tools you need wherever you are.

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Use trusted tools to delete PDF page

Acrobat lets you work seamlessly. Delete pages from a PDF quickly and easily to get the results you need in a flash. Rest assured, your PDF edits are safe with powerful encryption and GDPR-compliant procedures, so your data stays secure.

How to delete pages from a PDF with Adobe Acrobat Pro

With Adobe Acrobat Pro, you have even more capabilities to remove PDF pages.

  1. Open your PDF. Launch Adobe Acrobat Pro on your desktop and open the document you want to edit.
  2. Access Organise Pages. Click the Tools tab at the top of the page and select Organise Pages.
  3. Select your pages. Highlight the thumbnail of the PDF page you wish to delete. Alternatively, hold down the Ctrl or Command key while clicking the thumbnails to remove multiple PDF pages.
  4. Delete your PDF page. Click the dustbin icon in the top toolbar to remove the selected PDF pages.
  5. Save your new file. If prompted, confirm your choice, then go to File > Save to store your edited document.
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How to delete pages from a PDF on Windows

You can easily remove one or more pages from a PDF on Windows using the Print to PDF feature:

  1. Open the PDF file in your default web browser.
  2. Press Ctrl + P on your keyboard to open the print window, then set the destination/print to Microsoft Print to PDF.
  3. Under the Pages settings, select Custom to choose specific pages you wish to keep.
  4. Click Print, choose a save location, and save the new file. Your original document will remain untouched.
Print to PDF not working? No problem. You can explore common issues and fixes with our guide.

How to delete pages from a PDF on Mac

To delete one or multiple pages from a PDF on Mac, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open your PDF file in the Preview app.
  2. Click the View menu at the top and select Thumbnails (or Contact Sheet) to open the sidebar.
  3. Click the thumbnail of the page you want to remove, or hold the Command key to select multiple pages at once.
  4. Press the Delete key, or go to Edit > Delete in the top menu. Then click File > Save to confirm your changes.
Find out other innovative ways to open and edit a PDF on Mac.

How to delete pages from a PDF on your phone.

Removing pages from a PDF on your phone – whether it’s an iPhone or Android – is just as simple with built-in system tools or dedicated apps. Here’s how:

Remove PDF pages on iPhone.

  1. Open your PDF in the Files app.
  2. Tap the Share icon, select Print, then uncheck the pages you want to delete.
  3. Tap the Share icon again and select Save to Files to save your updated document.

Delete PDF pages on Android.

  1. Open your PDF in the Google Drive app.
  2. Tap the three dots, select Print, then uncheck the pages you want to remove
  3. Set the printer to Save as PDF, then save the document on your device.

See our in-depth guide on how to open and edit a PDF on your smartphone.

What is the best free tool to delete PDF pages?

The best free tool for deleting PDF pages depends on your needs and preferences. As the creator of the PDF, Adobe Acrobat online offers a great way to delete pages in a PDF for free.

Quick, seamless, and reliable, the online PDF page remover lets you drag and drop a PDF, select the pages you want to remove, and download the updated document from your browser – all with no cost or additional software. If you’re not signed in, uploaded files are automatically deleted from our servers after you’re done.

Questions? We have answers.

How do I delete multiple pages in a PDF at once?

To delete multiple PDF pages in one go, you can use Adobe Acrobat’s online PDF page remover. Simply upload your PDF to the tool and select the checkboxes in the top-left corner of the page thumbnails that you wish to remove. Click the dustbin icon in the top toolbar to remove the selected pages, then save and download your updated file.

Why won't PDF let me delete a page?

If you’re unable to delete a page from your PDF, it may be caused by document security restrictions or a corrupted file structure. Other reasons include using a read-only viewer or because the PDF is the minimum allowed length of one page. You can quickly resolve the issue by using Print to PDF or setting “View documents in PDF/A mode” to “never”.

Can deleting PDF pages affect file quality?

No, deleting pages from a PDF doesn’t affect the file quality, resolution, or text formatting of the file. All components on the remaining pages stay the same as in the original document.

How do I unlock a PDF to delete pages?

If your PDF is password-protected, you will need to first unlock the file to delete a PDF page:

  1. Upload your PDF to the online tool and sign in to your account.
  2. You will be prompted to enter the password to open the file.
  3. Once unlocked, select the PDF page you wish to delete.

Can I make further edits to my PDF once I’ve deleted pages?

Yes, you can continue to edit your PDF after deleting pages with Acrobat. Once the pages are removed and you’ve saved your updated file, you can insert, rearrange, rotate, or even extract PDF pages. When you’re satisfied, you can convert PDF to Word, JPG, Excel, and much more.

Is it safe to delete pages from a PDF online?

Yes, deleting pages from a PDF online is safe – as long as you use a reputable, encrypted platform. Acrobat’s PDF page remover provides robust PDF security and privacy features, enabling password protection, printing restrictions, and certificate-based encryption. If you delete a PDF page online, we’ll delete your files from our servers after downloading, and your original document is preserved on your device.

Is Adobe’s PDF page remover free?

Yes, Adobe’s PDF page remover tool is free to use. You can upload your document, select the page thumbnails you want to delete, and download the updated file. While the tool is free, you may be prompted to sign in to save your new PDF.

How does Adobe’s PDF page remover compare to other free tools?

Adobe’s free PDF page remover offers secure, reliable, and high-quality results. You’re required to sign in to save your file, while other dedicated free tools may not require account sign-ups. However, unlike many free alternatives, Acrobat maintains pristine file formatting and is easy to use with industry-leading reliability and security controls.

Are there any limitations on the file size when using the PDF page remover?

The Acrobat online PDF page remover can support files up to 100MB with a maximum of 1,500 pages. For more information, read our Acrobat online FAQs.
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