How to fax from your iPhone
Your iPhone can send a real fax to any fax machine in the world — no fax machine, phone line, or subscription needed. Here are the two easiest ways.
Option 1: The Faxer.me app (best for repeat faxing)
- Download the free app Get Faxer.me on the App Store. No account or sign-up — it works immediately.
- Add your document Attach a PDF or image from Files, or just type your message and the app builds a professional cover page for you.
- Enter the number and send Type the recipient's fax number and tap Send. Credits pay for pages (1 credit = 1 page, from $0.99) and delivery status updates live in the History tab.
Option 2: Safari (best for a one-off fax)
No app needed: open faxer.me in Safari, enter the fax number, upload your PDF (or type a cover page), and pay $1 for that single fax. See the full walkthrough in how to send a fax online.
Faxing a paper document? Scan it first
iPhones have a great scanner built in: open the Notes app → new note → camera icon → Scan Documents. Hold the phone over the page, save, and share as a PDF. Then attach that PDF in Faxer and you've turned your phone into a fax machine with a scanner.
Put a fax machine in your pocket
Free app · no subscription · pay only for pages you send
Frequently asked questions
Can I really send a fax from my iPhone?
Yes. Apps like Faxer.me send your document over the internet to a fax network, which delivers it to the recipient's fax machine like a normal fax. The recipient can't tell the difference.
How much does it cost to fax from an iPhone?
In the Faxer.me app, 1 credit sends 1 page. Credits cost $0.99 for 1, $2.99 for 5, or $9.99 for 25 — bought as one-time In-App Purchases, not a subscription.
Do I need a fax number to send a fax from my phone?
No. Sending a fax doesn't require you to have a fax number — you only need the recipient's number. Faxer handles the transmission from its own fax network.
How do I fax a paper document from my iPhone?
Scan it first with the built-in Notes app (tap the camera icon → Scan Documents), save or share it as a PDF, then attach that PDF in the Faxer.me app.
Is there a Faxer app for Android?
An Android app is in development. Until it ships, Android users can send faxes from the browser at faxer.me — no app or account needed.