How to send a fax online — no fax machine needed
You don't need a fax machine, a phone line, or a monthly subscription to send a fax in 2026. Here's exactly how to fax any document from your browser or phone in about a minute.
Send a fax online in 3 steps
- Prepare your document Save what you're faxing as a PDF (best) or an image. Or skip the file entirely — with Faxer you can type your message and it becomes a professional cover page.
- Enter the fax number and upload Go to faxer.me, type the recipient's fax number (US, Canadian, and international numbers all work), and attach your document. No account or sign-up required.
- Pay for that one fax and track delivery Pay $1.00 for the first page (25¢ per extra page) with any card, then watch the delivery status update in real time until the receiving fax machine confirms it.
Faxing from your phone instead?
The same three steps work from any mobile browser, or use the free Faxer.me iPhone app to fax documents straight from your phone with prepaid credits (1 credit = 1 page). See the dedicated guide: how to fax from an iPhone. An Android app is on the way.
What does it cost to send a fax online?
It depends on which kind of service you pick. There are three options:
| Option | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Pay-per-fax (Faxer) | $1 first page + 25¢/page | One-time or occasional faxes — no subscription, no account |
| Subscription services (eFax, MyFax) | $5–$19/month ongoing | Businesses faxing many pages every month, or receiving faxes |
| "Free" fax sites | $0 with limits | Short, non-sensitive faxes — expect page caps, ads or branded cover pages, and queues |
If you're only here because a doctor's office, government agency, or landlord insists on a fax, pay-per-fax is almost always the cheapest and fastest option — you'll spend about a dollar and be done.
Is online faxing secure?
Yes — generally more secure than a shared office fax machine sitting in a mailroom. With Faxer, your document travels over an encrypted HTTPS connection to the server and then over the telephone fax network directly to the recipient's machine. Payments are handled by Stripe, so no card details touch the fax service itself.
Send your fax now
About a minute, from any device. $1 for the first page — no sign-up.
Go to faxer.me →Frequently asked questions
Can I send a fax online without a subscription?
Yes. Pay-per-fax services like Faxer charge only for the fax you send — $1.00 for the first page and $0.25 per additional page — with no monthly plan and no account. Subscription services such as eFax or MyFax charge monthly fees that only make sense if you fax regularly.
How long does an online fax take to deliver?
Most faxes are delivered in one to five minutes, depending on how quickly the receiving fax machine answers. Faxer shows a real-time status and confirms delivery once the receiving machine accepts the transmission.
What file types can I fax online?
PDF works best because it preserves layout exactly. With Faxer you can also skip the file entirely and type your message — it is converted into a professional fax cover page.
Is sending a fax online secure?
Yes. Your document is uploaded over an encrypted HTTPS connection and transmitted through a secure fax network directly to the recipient's machine. Payments are processed by Stripe.
Can I send an international fax online?
Yes. Enter the number in international format (for example +44 for the UK) and it will be delivered the same way as a US fax.