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Fax a PDF File

How to Fax a PDF Document?

Fax PDF from email, computer, or phone without a fax machine.

Our step-by-step guide walks you through the simple process of sending your document directly from your mobile phone, email or computer.—no fax machine required.

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How to Send a PDF to a Fax Number? Step-by-Step Guide

Fax.Plus allows you to send PDF as fax from a computer or mobile phone without the need to have a fax machine or a landline. Sign up for a free account on Fax.Plus, upload your PDF files, and hit send - outgoing faxes are sent from your smartphone or computer. Upload a document to start the process, or follow these steps to learn how to fax a PDF easily and securely:
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Sign up for a free account on Fax.Plus and Log in. If you are faxing a PDF from phone get the Fax.Plus app from Apple App Store or Google Play.
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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. You can send fax online to multiple fax numbers at once.
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Attach your PDF document(s). Fax.Plus supports various formats like PDF, Word, Excel, images, and text files. 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.
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Fax PDF from Computer, Phone, Email and More

Easily send and receive PDF files as faxes from virtually any platform, including web browsers, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and email services like Gmail or Outlook. With no need for a traditional fax machine, you can set up a free account and enjoy a streamlined, digital faxing experience from your computer or smartphone.

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How to Fax a PDF from Computer?

Are you looking for a reliable way to fax PDFs from computer? Sending a PDF as  fax from computer is fast and straightforward. With tools like Fax.Plus, you can skip the need for a physical fax machine and securely transmit documents directly from your PC or Mac.

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Open the Send Fax section in your Fax.Plus Dashboard and enter your recipient's fax number.
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Attach the documents you want to fax, and add an optional cover page if desired.
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Click Send to instantly deliver your fax and receive an email confirmation when it's successful.
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How to Fax a PDF from Phone?

With Fax.Plus, you can easily fax a PDF from phone and other mobile devices. The same range of document formats are compatible with the mobile app as on your desktop. How to fax a PDF online via your mobile phone can be as simple as these four steps:

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Download the Fax.Plus mobile app from Apple App Store or Google Play.
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Sign in to your existing account or create a free new one —this often takes less than a minute.
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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, if you'd like, include a cover page.
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Hit Send to instantly fax your documents and receive notifications on delivery status.
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Can you fax a PDF from Gmail, Outlook or Yahoo?

Faxing a PDF from email is one of the most versatile ways to send documents. Fax.Plus allows you to fax directly from your inbox, whether you use Gmail, Outlook, or another email service.

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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).
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Does Adobe have a fax service?

Adobe does not offer a built-in fax service within its applications like Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader. However, you can use Adobe Acrobat to create and save documents as PDFs, which are suitable for faxing and then send them via Fax.Plus, here is how:

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Save you document as a PDF.
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Open the Send Fax section in your Fax.Plus Dashboard and enter your recipient's fax number.
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Attach the documents you want to fax, and add an optional cover page if desired.
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Click Send to instantly deliver your fax and receive an email confirmation when it's successful.
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How to Fax a PDF from Drive?

Fax.Plus also integrates seamlessly with Google Drive, enabling you to fax stored files without downloading them first through the PDF to Fax functionality. Here is how:

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Navigate to Google Drive and locate the document you wish to fax.
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Right-click on the file, then hover over Open With and choose Fax.Plus from the options. (If Fax.Plus isn't visible, ensure you've installed the extension correctly.)
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Log in to your Fax.Plus account or create a new one for free. Grant the Fax.Plus extension the necessary permissions.
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Provide the recipient's fax number, then proceed to send your document hassle-free.
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Sign PDF document before Faxing

Adding a signature to your PDF is simple with Fax.Plus. You can digitally sign documents before sending or request signatures from others.

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Login to your Fax.Plus account, and go to the Faxes section on your Dashboard.
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Find the tab for Inbox or Sent.
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Look for the fax you wish to sign, click on More (⋮).
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Click on Forward to Sign.Plus, and wait for Sign.Plus to load.
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Select how you would like to sign this document Sign Myself or Request Signature
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How can I send a pdf to a fax number for free?

Send your PDF to any fax number for free with Fax.Plus. Our easy-to-use website and app let you upload your document, enter the recipient’s fax number, and send it quickly and securely.

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Send Fax from Email

The email to fax feature is one convenient way to send a fax from your computer or mobile phone without having to leave your desk or find a fax machine. In order to send a fax from email, you need to compose an email using the same email address as your Fax.Plus account and address it to the recipient's fax number. Using the Fax.Plus mobile or web app is just as intuitive, too.
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We encrypt data at rest using 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). To protect data in transit between our apps (mobile, web or API) and our servers, we use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS) for data transfer, creating a secure tunnel protected by 128-bit or higher Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) encryption.
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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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No Fax Machine Required

Whether you're a small business or a large corporation, online fax services can save you time and money. With Fax.Plus, there's no need to invest in a physical fax machine or dedicate a phone line to faxing, and you don't need to worry about the cost of maintenance, ink, or paper. You can simple send fax from computer using a web browser or an email client.
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The Fax.Plus Enterprise plan gives you access to multiple fax numbers and the ability to define and easily manage any number of users. It’s easy to assign fax numbers to multiple users and teams, and centralized admin and analytics dashboards make it simple to track and manage usage across any organization.
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Fax from desktop, iOS, or Android

Whether you're a small business or a large corporation, online fax services can save you time and money. With Fax.Plus, there's no need to invest in a physical fax machine or dedicate a phone line to faxing, and you don't need to worry about the cost of maintenance, ink, or paper. You can simple send fax from computer using a web browser or an email client.
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FAQs

Can I send a PDF to a fax number or fax machine?
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Yes, you can. All you need is the Fax.Plus Web app or Mobile app. You can also use the Email to Fax feature to fax a PDF document via email with ease.
Can I fax a PDF from my computer for free?
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It is possible to send PDF to fax for free from your computer. All you need is the Fax.Plus Web app that allows you to fax a PDF online from your computer or laptop. The free plan then lets you fax up to 10 documents, free of charge.
How can I send a pdf to a fax number for free?
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You can send a PDF to a fax number for free using online faxing services like Fax.Plus. Many of these platforms offer free trials or limited free pages. Simply upload your PDF, enter the recipient’s fax number, and send it directly through the service’s website or app. It's a quick and cost-effective way to fax without a traditional machine.
Can you fax a PDF from my phone?
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It’s just as easy to fax PDFs from your phone as any other device. With the Fax.Plus mobile app, you can fax a PDF document from your phone whenever you want and wherever you are.
Which other file types can I fax with Fax.Plus?
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It’s not just PDFs you can fax with Fax.Plus. Microsoft Word documents (.DOC and .DOCX), Excel documents (.XLS and .XLSX), text documents (.TXT), and images (.JPG, .PNG, and .TIFF) are all supported for faxing via Fax.Plus apps, too.
Can I fax a PDF to a fax machine?
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Yes, you can send a PDF to a physical fax machine using an online fax service. These platforms convert your PDF into a faxable format and deliver it to the recipient’s machine. It’s a seamless way to fax without needing hardware, all from your computer or phone.
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.
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.

With Fax.Plus, you don’t need to go anywhere to fax, you can fax near me. You can send and receive faxes securely online from the comfort of your home, office, or even on the go, using your smartphone or computer. It's a fast, convenient, and cost-effective solution for all your faxing needs.
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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.

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