3 Easy Steps to Send a Fax from Computer in Seconds

Sending a fax from computer has never been easier with Fax.Plus.  Simply sign up for a free Fax.Plus  account, upload your files, and hit send.

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Add Recipient Fax Number

Go to the Send Fax section and enter the recipient’s fax number in the To field (country code + area code + fax number). You can send fax online from computer to multiple fax numbers at once.

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Attach Fax Documents

Attach the documents you wish to fax. You can also add an optional fax cover sheet to you faxes and add some details about the recipient.

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Send Fax from Computer

Send your fax and wait for the confirmation report. You will receive the report in your email, via push notification within FAX.PLUS mobile app and can also be viewed in your Web dashboard.

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Fax from your PC, laptop or desktop computer

With Fax.Plus you can send and receive faxes from virtually any device or platform, including PC, desktop or laptop computers. There's no need for a traditional fax machine —just set up a free account and enjoy a simple, seamless faxing experience from your desktop and laptop. Also, you can use the Fax.Plus Web app on your Windows or Mac device to send fax online from computer.

How to Fax from Computer with our Web App?


Follow these steps to fax from your computer, desktop or laptop, with Fax.Plus. Send and receive faxes over the internet.

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Login to your Fax.Plus account online. If you don't have one you can create a free account using your email or Google account.
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Go to the Send Fax section in your Fax.Plus Dashboard, and type in the fax number of your recipient including the country code and area code.
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Attach your fax document(s). Fax.Plus supports various formats like PDF, Word, Excel, images, and text files.
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Optionally, include a fax cover sheet.
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Arrange your files in the desired order. The top file will be the first page of your fax
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Click on Send to fax instantly and get an email or check your  Fax.Plus dashboard to verify that your fax was sent successfully.

How to Send a Fax from Computer via Email?


Fax.Plus makes it easy to send a fax from your laptop or desktop computer using email. This feature allows you to quickly send important documents to any fax number directly from your email account, whether you are using Gmail, Outlook, or another email provider. No need to switch devices—just fax right from your inbox.

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Go to and sign up for an account if you don’t already have one
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Navigate to Settings head over to the Email to Fax section and make sure the email to fax option is active.
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Open your email client (Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo)
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Compose an email, entering the recipient's fax number in the "To" field.*
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Attach the files you want to send as a fax (PDF, DOCS, Images). Any text in the body of the email will be sent as a cover page with the fax.
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Click Send to instantly fax your documents and receive delivery confirmation via email.
* Write the destination’s fax number (along with the country and area code) followed by @fax.plus (example: +16692001010@fax.plus).

Download Fax.Plus, Secure fax app for computer and desktop

Access all faxing needs directly from your desktop with the Fax.Plus app for macOS and Windows.

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Click the download link on the page to start downloading the Fax.Plus desktop app.
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Once downloaded, open the file and follow the installation instructions.
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After installation, you can find the Fax.Plus icon on your desktop. Double-click

How to fax from a laptop or computer with Fax.Plus Chrome extension

If you frequently use Fax.Plus adding a Chrome extension shortcut can save time and provide quick access.

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Open Google Chrome and click on the Menu icon (⋮) located at the upper-right corner of the Chrome window.
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In the dropdown menu, select Extensions followed by Manage Extensions.
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Enter Fax.Plus, and click Add.
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Once the Fax.Plus extension is added you can pin it to your browser.

How to fax with Windows fax and scan?

To send a fax using Windows Fax and Scan, follow these steps:

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Select “Windows Fax & Scan” from the programs list. Note: you need to set up an account to send a fax.
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Click on the Fax button.
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Choose between Fax and Scan options.
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Click the “new fax” button to open a dialog box.
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Select your chosen cover page and select the contact you want to fax to or add the required fax details.
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Add the text of the message or attach the files you want to send.
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Click send.

Send and receive fax from your Windows or Mac computer

Fax.Plus works on almost any device. You can send and receive faxes from a Windows computer, a Mac, or a laptop. If your printer can fax, you can use it too.

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How to Fax a Document from my Computer?

Upload your document (supports PDF, DOC,Google Docs, JPG), enter the fax number, and click send to fax it. Faxing from your computer is easy with Fax.Plus.

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Send fax from MS Word directly or fax a Word document from PC.
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The Google fax feature allows you to directly send fax from Google applications, including Google Docs and Google Sheet.
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Fax a PDF from computer without a fax machine. You can directly fax a PDF document from your computer or laptop.

How to Receive Faxes on a Computer?

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Get a fax number or port your own
Sign up for a plan on the pricing page to get a new fax number or fill out a porting request form  to keep your current one. Make sure your subscription is active and that you have enough pages for incoming faxes.
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Share your fax number
Find your fax number in the Faxes section of your Fax.Plus Dashboard. Remind senders to use the correct country and area code (e.g., +16692001010).
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Stay notified
All incoming faxes will appear under the Inbox tab in the Faxes section. You will also receive online fax through email and push notifications as soon as a new fax arrives.

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Fax.Plus allows you to get a dedicated local or toll-free fax number to send and receive fax online on your computer or other supported devices and platforms. There is also the option to keep your existing fax number and port it to Fax.Plus.

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FAQs

Can I send a fax from a computer?
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Yes, you can. If you have an internet connection, you can turn your computer into a fax machine and send and receive fax near me without the need to an actual fax machine or fax modem.
Can I fax from my computer using WiFi?
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Yes, you can. All you need is a Fax.Plus account that allows you to send and receive fax from a computer using an internet connection (Wireless connection or ethernet)
Can I receive a fax on my computer?
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Yes, you can. With Fax.Plus, 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.
Do you need a special fax number to fax from a computer?
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No, any fax number associated with your Fax.Plus account can be used to send faxes from your computer.
How can I send a fax from a computer to a fax machine?
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Enter the recipient's fax number in the Send Fax section of your Fax.Plus Dashboard and follow the steps to attach and send your document.
How to fax a document from my computer?
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To fax a document from computer use the Fax.Plus web dashboard to attach your document, enter the fax number, and send it instantly.
How to fax a PDF from my computer?
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To fax a PDF from computer use the Fax.Plus web dashboard to attach your PDF document, enter the fax number, and send it instantly.
How to send a fax from my computer for free?
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You can use Fax.Plus to free fax from computer, simply signing up for a free account.
Can I fax from my computer?
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Yes, with Fax.Plus, you can fax from your computer without the need for any additional hardware.
How to fax from computer without phone line?
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Absolutely, Fax.Plus uses the internet, so no phone line is required.
What kind of equipment do I need to send a fax from my computer?
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All you need is an internet connection, a computer, and a Fax.Plus account.
How do I know if my computer is compatible with an online fax service?
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Fax.Plus works with any computer that has internet access, regardless of its operating system.
Are there any security risks when sending a fax from my computer?
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Fax.Plus uses encryption to protect your data, ensuring your documents are securely transmitted.
Is Fax.Plus HIPAA compliant?
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Yes, Fax.Plus is HIPAA fax. We understand the importance of safeguarding sensitive medical information. To ensure the highest level of protection maintaining the privacy and security of healthcare data, we have implemented robust security measures and policies that encompass the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your health information.Learn more about our approach here.
Can I integrate Fax.Plus on my application or software?
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Seamlessly integrate fax functionality into your applications with the Fax.Plus fax API. Experience unrivalled flexibility, robust security, and exceptional reliability—all specifically crafted for developers.
Where can I go to fax something?
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You can fax documents from physical locations like FedEx, local post services or libraries, but these locations often charge high per-page rates and may have limited operating hours.

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