# Split PDF by Bookmark: Arthize vs DocFly

_Updated July 2026 · Arthize · https://arthize.com/vs/docfly/split-by-bookmark_

To split a PDF by bookmarks, Arthize offers a free, private split pdf by bookmark with no watermark — a focused alternative to DocFly. Splitting by bookmark divides a document at its chapter or section markers, producing one file per bookmarked section automatically.

## Arthize's split pdf by bookmark vs DocFly

DocFly is a web PDF editor and converter. DocFly provides web editing and conversion on a freemium model with free-tier limits.

**Arthize's approach:** Splitting by bookmark divides a document at its chapter or section markers, producing one file per bookmarked section automatically.

- The free plan never adds a watermark to your output.
- Transparent pricing: free forever, Pro from $6/mo or $48/yr, and a one-time $149 lifetime option.
- Files are processed inside your private Arthize workspace and deleted after the job — never sold or used to train models.
- A lifetime option instead of only recurring billing.

## How to split a PDF by bookmarks with Arthize

Splitting by bookmark uses the document's own structure to define the cuts.

It saves counting page ranges for chaptered documents.

Each section becomes its own file.

## How to split a PDF by bookmarks with Arthize

1. **Open the split tool** — Sign in and open the Split tool.
2. **Add your PDF** — Upload a bookmarked document.
3. **Split by bookmark** — Arthize cuts the file at each top-level bookmark.
4. **Download** — Get one file per section.

## FAQ

### Is Arthize a good DocFly alternative to split a PDF by bookmarks?

Yes. Splitting by bookmark divides a document at its chapter or section markers, producing one file per bookmarked section automatically. Arthize does it free with no watermark and deletes the file after the job. DocFly handles common edit-and-convert tasks in the browser.

### How do I split a PDF by its bookmarks?

Splitting by bookmark divides a document at its chapter or section markers, producing one file per bookmarked section automatically. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.

### Can I get one file per chapter automatically?

Splitting by bookmark divides a document at its chapter or section markers, producing one file per bookmarked section automatically. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.