How to Fax Online

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Effortlessly send and receive faxes online wherever you are, whenever you want. Fax.Plus is a trusted online fax service that allows individuals and corporates to send fax from computer, email, mobile, or any supported device for a smooth workflow.

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How to Fax from Computer, Email, and Mobile

Seamlessly send and receive faxes across a variety of devices and platforms - including web browsers, Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices, as well as through email services like Gmail and Outlook. No fax machine or landline fax number is required and all you need is to set up your free account and enjoy an intuitive faxing experience on your computer or mobile phone.

How to send a fax from your computer?

Go to the Send Fax section in your Fax.Plus Dashboard, and type in the fax number of your recipient.

Attach your fax document(s) and, if you like, include a cover page.

Click on Send to fax instantly and get an email confirmation of successful delivery.

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How to send a fax from your email?

Ensure you're using the email address registered with Fax.Plus.

Compose an email and enter the recipient’s fax number in the To field*.

Attach the documents you want to fax.

Click on Send to fax immediately and get an email confirmation of successful delivery.

* Write the destination’s fax number (along with the country and area code) followed by @fax.plus (example: +16692001010@fax.plus).

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How to send a fax from your mobile?

Download and install the Fax.Plus app on your smartphone.

Navigate to the Send Fax section and type in the recipient's fax number.

Attach the documents you wish to fax and, if you'd like, include a cover page.

Click on Send to fax instantly and receive the delivery status via push notification.

How to Receive Faxes Online?

Secure or port your fax number

Choose a plan on our plans & pricing page to get a new fax number, or fill out the porting request form to keep your existing one. Ensure your plan is active and you have enough pages left for incoming faxes.

Share your fax number

Find your fax number in the Faxes section on your Fax.Plus Dashboard. Remind senders to include the country and area codes when faxing to you (e.g., +16692001010).

Stay notified

Locate incoming faxes in the Inbox tab under Faxes section. We'll notify you by email and push notification the moment a new fax arrives.

How to Fax Online?

Fax from Computer

Send and receive fax from computer using the Fax.Plus WebApp or Fax.Plus desktop app designed for macOS or Windows devices.

How to fax from computer

Fax from iPhone

Send and receive faxes directly from your iPhone or iPad using the Fax.Plus app, offering seamless functionality right from your mobile device.

How to fax from iPhone

Fax from Android

Send and receive faxes directly from your Android phone or tablet using the Fax.Plus app, offering seamless functionality right from your mobile device.

How to fax from Android

Fax from Gmail

Utilize the email to fax feature and receive and send fax from Gmail easily and securely.

How to fax from Gmail

Fax from Outlook

Utilize the email to fax feature and receive and send fax from Outlook easily and securely.

How to fax from Outlook

Fax from Word

Send fax from MS Word directly or fax a Word document from computer.

How to fax from Word

Fax from Google Docs

The Google fax feature allows you to directly send fax from Google applications, including Google Docs and Google Sheet.

How to fax from Google Docs

Fax from Printer

Send and receive fax online by your internet ready multi-function printer.

How to fax from Printer

Fax without a Fax Machine

Send and receive fax without a fax machine or phone line.

How to fax without a fax machine

Fax from Mac

Send and receive fax from MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, or Mac mini without the need to have a fax modem or landline phone.

How to fax from Mac

Fax from Windows

Send and receive fax from Windows devices and laptops without the need to have a fax modem or landline phone.

How to fax from Windows

Fax a PDF Document

Fax a PDF from email, computer, or phone without a fax machine. You can directly fax a PDF document from your computer or mobile device.

How to fax a PDF document

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send a fax online from my computer or mobile?

Sending a fax online has never been easier, with multiple options at your fingertips. Whether you're using a computer, mobile, or tablet, online fax services unlock a world of possibilities. Fax directly from your email, integrate with Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets, or send faxes from both Windows PCs and Macs. Effortlessly convert PDFs into faxes, dispatch faxes from Microsoft Word, or even integrate faxing into your enterprise software.

How can I send a fax from Android or iOS devices?

Fax.Plus Android app and Fax.Plus iOS app lets you send fax online right from your smartphone or tablet. All you need to do is download the Fax.Plus app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store for free, then log in to your account. Once logged on, find the Send Fax section, and continue sending out your faxes! Learn more: How to Send Free Fax From iPhone.

Can I receive a fax on my computer?

Yes, you can. With Fax.Plus, other than the option to send free fax from computer and send fax online, each paid plan comes with at least one free fax number that enables you to receive fax on your computer or other supported platforms and devices.

Can I send a PDF to a fax number or fax machine?

Yes, you can. All you need is the Fax.Plus Web app or Mobile app to send a PDF file to a fax number or fax machine. You can also use the Email to Fax feature to fax a PDF document via Gmail or other email clients with ease.

How can I send a fax from my email?

Email to fax is one of the fastest and most convenient ways to send a fax online. If you wish to send faxes from Gmail for free, follow these steps:

Sign up for Fax.Plus using your Google account. Click on the Google button to sign up with Google.
Open your Gmail account and click the Compose button to start a new email.
Enter the recipient's fax number, including their area code, followed by @fax.plus in the To field. Here's how the number in email form should look: (+16692001010@fax.plus).
Attach the document you wish to fax from Gmail.Send your email and the fax transmission will be started right away.
You can also use the body of your email to write an optional cover sheet and the subject of the email as a note.

Learn more: How to send a fax from Gmail.

How can I fax documents from Microsoft Office applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or PDFs?

With Fax.Plus, sending a fax from Microsoft Office is straightforward and efficient. Once your document, spreadsheet, or presentation is ready, simply share it via email and utilize our Email to Fax feature to fax it directly from your device. This method is compatible with both Windows and Mac. Even if you don't have a fax number, you can fax directly from MS Word using the Fax.Plus add-in. This free add-in is available in the Microsoft Store and enables you to send faxes directly from Word 2013, Word 2016, Word 2016 for Mac, or Word Online. Just install the Fax.Plus add-in for Word, and you're ready to fax your Word document effortlessly. Discover the ease of online faxing with Fax.Plus today.

How to fax documents from Google Drive?

The Google fax feature enables you to fax from multiple Google apps and services, including Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets. This Google integration is a perfect choice for those who store their documents and spreadsheets on Google Drive and are looking for a way to fax them straight from the Google Docs app and Google Sheets. To start integrating Fax.Plus with Google, simply download the Fax.Plus add-on for Google Workspace and send your faxes with ease.

How to send fax online from Mac devices?

The Fax.Plus web app works flawlessly on Mac devices. You just need to open the web browser on your MacBook and go to the Fax.Plus web app and start sending a fax. But, if you want to fax from your MacBook using Apple's productivity apps such as Keynote, Pages, and Numbers, you will need to use the Email to Fax feature. Like sending fax from MS Word, you need to share your final file via email and fax from the Mail app.Learn how to send fax from Mac OS X devices.

Will I receive my fax if I don’t have an internet connection?

Yes, you will. Your fax number is always ready to receive new incoming faxes, even if you are not connected to the internet.

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