How to Fax from Phone?

Send and receive fax online from your mobile or cell phone.

Fax.Plus mobile app is available for iPhone and Android devices and enables users to send a fax from phone quickly.

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Send Fax from Phone in Seconds

Simply download the Fax.Plus app from Apple App Store or Google Play, sign up for a free Fax.Plus  account, upload your files, and hit send. No fax machine needed: Outgoing faxes are sent from your mobile phone.

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Get the Fax.Plus app from Apple App Store or Google Play.
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Log into your Fax.Plus account online. If you don't have one, you can create a free account using your Google, Microsoft or email address.
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Navigate to Send Fax and enter the recipient's fax number in the "To" field. You can send fax online from phone to multiple fax numbers at once.
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Use Add File and Add Page buttons to scan or attach document(s). Fax.Plus supports various formats like PDF, Word, Excel, images, and text files. Optionally, include a fax cover sheet to add some details about the recipient.
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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 you'll receive an email notification or check your  Fax.Plus dashboard to verify that your fax was sent successfully.
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How to Send Free Fax from Phone?

Fax.Plus offers an intuitive interface, flexible pricing options, and a free plan that includes 10 pages, no credit card required. If you fax more often, the Basic plan starts at $6.99/month for higher volume. Its reliable and secure service makes sending faxes directly from your phone quick and hassle-free.

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Fax from Phone Android, iPhone and Email

No fax machine? No problem. With Fax.Plus, you can send and receive faxes on your smartphone, tablet, or email. This includes platforms like Gmail, Outlook, and more. The process is quick, secure, and convenient for both personal and professional use.

How to fax from mobile with an iPhone?


You can send a fax from your iPhone seamlessly by following these simple steps, making mobile faxing accessible from anywhere.

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Install the Fax.Plus app on your smartphone.
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Sign in to your existing account or create a free new one.
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Navigate to the Send Fax section, enter the recipient's fax number.
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Attach the documents you'd like to send and optionally include a cover page.
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Hit Send to instantly fax your documents and receive notifications on delivery status.

Fax from Your Android Phone

The Fax.Plus app provides seamless cell phone faxing, whether you need to fax important documents or receive faxes on the go, making it the perfect solution for individuals and businesses alike. Here's how you can send a fax from your Android phone:

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Install the Fax.Plus app on your smartphone.
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Sign in to your existing account or create a free new one.
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Navigate to the Send Fax section, enter the recipient's fax number.
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Attach the documents you'd like to send and optionally include a cover page.
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Hit Send to instantly fax your documents and receive notifications on delivery status.

How to Send a Fax from Phone via Email?

With Fax.Plus, you can easily send faxes directly from your email, making it possible to fax documents without needing a separate app or fax machine. Whether you use Gmail, Outlook, or another email service, the process is straightforward and highly efficient. Here’s how to send a fax from your email:

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Make sure you use the email address linked to your Fax.Plus account.
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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.
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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).

Scan and Fax Documents from your Phone

Turn your phone into a mobile scanning app with Fax.Plus. You can scan documents with your camera and fax them directly from your phone. Follow these steps:

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Download and install Fax.Plus app from the App Store.
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Launch the app and go to the Send Fax section on the Dashboard.
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Tap Add File and choose Scan with Camera to start scanning.
Note: You may need to grant permission to access the camera.
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Scan the document, make necessary edits such as cropping or enhancing the image, and tap Next.
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Enter the recipient's fax number and tap Send.

How to Fax from your Phone without an App?

Follow these steps to fax from your cell phone with Fax.Plus using the mobile browser. Send and receive faxes over the internet without an app.

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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 Fax Documents from Phone?

Fax a Word File by Phone

Attach a Word doc in the app and send it as a fax directly from your phone.
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Fax Google Doc by Phone

Open a Google Doc in the app and send it as a fax directly from your phone.
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Fax a PDF File via Phone

Attach a PDF file in the app and send it as a fax directly from your phone.

Can I Fax This File from My Phone?

Not sure if your document will go through? Drop it below to instantly check if it's a supported format, no account needed yet. Fax.Plus accepts PDF, Word, Excel, image, and text files sent directly from your phone.

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Supported: PDF, Word (DOC, DOCX), Excel (XLS, XLSX), TXT, RTF, JPG, PNG, TIFF. Up to 10 files per fax, 75 MB combined.

Experience Seamless Faxing on the Go

Faxing from your phone streamlines your business workflows by allowing you to send and receive faxes quickly and easily from any location. On top of this, mobile fax apps like Fax.Plus offer features such as fax tracking and cross-platform integration, giving you extra assurance and accessibility that you don’t get with a traditional fax machine.

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It’s Free to Use!

Enjoy the entire fax app for free as a registered Fax.Plus user today.
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Sign Documents

Easily sign and return your faxes without the hassle of printing them.
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Add Fax Notes Easily

Keep your fax archive tidy by adding notes to sent and received faxes.

Access Your Contacts

Access both your device and your Fax.Plus contacts right from the app.
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Cloud Sync Included

Sync your files with iCloud on iOS and Google Drive on Android easily.
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Camera Scanning

Effortlessly scan your documents and fax them using your phone camera.

How to Receive Fax on Cell Phone?

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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.
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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 email and push notifications as soon as a new fax arrives.

Why Fax.Plus?

Cross-platform online fax service with the focus on security, compliance, and ease of use

‍Top-Grade Fax Security

Your faxes remain very secure with 256-bit AES encryption and the strictest security standards.

Worldwide Fax Coverage

Send and receive faxes locally or internationally, with fast, reliable delivery to any country.

Secure Faxing On Any Platform

Enjoy a seamless faxing experience that works the same way on your phone, computer, or tablets.

Fax From Any Email Now

Send a fax straight from your email inbox: attach a file, add a number, and hit send right now.

Get a Fax Number Today

Get a dedicated local or toll-free fax number, or port an existing fax number over to Fax.Plus.

Budget-Friendly Online Faxing

Skip the fax machine, ink, and paper costs: Fax.Plus offers a free plan and affordable pricing.

FAQs

Can you fax from your phone?

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Yes, you can fax from your phone easily with Fax.Plus. Whether you're using an Android or iPhone, Fax.Plus provides a secure and user-friendly app that allows you to send and receive faxes right from your mobile device. No need for a fax machine or dedicated fax line, just use your phone to fax important documents anytime, anywhere. The app also supports faxing from your email, making it a versatile solution for mobile faxing. Whether you're asking can I fax from my phone or can I send a fax from my phone, the answer is the same: yes, with no fax machine required.

Is faxing from my phone free?

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Yes, Fax.Plus offers a free plan that allows you to send a limited number of faxes from your phone at no cost. You can sign up for a free account and start faxing directly from your mobile device. This free fax from phone option is perfect for occasional faxing needs, while affordable subscription plans are available for users who need to fax regularly. With Fax.Plus, you can enjoy an easy and cost-effective way to fax from your phone without the hassle of a traditional fax machine. 10 free pages, then $6.99/month for the Basic plan for regular use.

Where can I get the Fax.Plus app?

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You can download the Fax.Plus app for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Create a free account, then choose a free or paid plan depending on your faxing needs.

Can I fax a PDF from my phone?

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Yes. Use the Add File button in the Fax.Plus app to attach a PDF from your phone, then enter the recipient's fax number and hit send. PDF is one of several supported formats, along with Word, Excel, and images.

Can I receive or send a fax on my iPhone?

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With Fax.Plus, you get a free online fax number that works on your iPhone or iPad. Incoming faxes appear in your app inbox, with an email and push notification so you never miss one. The app also lets you scan documents with your camera and track fax status.

Can I receive or send a fax on my Android phone?

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To send or receive a fax on your Android phone, you simply need to download the Fax.Plus app for free from the Google Play store. Once you've made an account, you can send a fax by heading to the 'Send Fax' section, adding the file, and entering the recipient's fax number. You can view, download, and manage received faxes directly from the app on any Android phone or device.

Can I fax from a Samsung phone?

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Yes, via the Fax.Plus Android app, same steps as any Android device.

Can I fax to my phone?

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Yes. Once you have a Fax.Plus fax number, anyone can send a fax to it, and it will appear in your app inbox with an email and push notification to let you know.

Can you text or SMS a fax number?

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No. A fax number is designed solely for fax transmissions and does not support text messaging. Fax.Plus is built for sending documents as faxes, not for sending SMS or text messages to fax numbers.

Is Fax.Plus HIPAA compliant?

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Fax can be HIPAA compliant when the right safeguards are in place. Fax.Plus offers full HIPAA compliance, including a signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA), AES-256 encryption, and audit trails, on the Enterprise plan. Learn more about our approach here.

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