Send a fax online gmail
A blast from the past! Sending a fax online from Gmail is possible, but it requires a few extra steps. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Method 1: Using eFax
- Go to eFax.com and sign up for a free trial or purchase a subscription.
- Log in to your eFax account and click on "Send Fax" on the top menu bar.
- Enter the recipient's fax number and your fax number (if you have one).
- Attach the document you want to fax (PDF, DOC, or other formats).
- Enter a cover page message (optional).
- Click "Send Fax" to send the fax.
- eFax will convert your document to a faxable format and send it to the recipient's fax machine.
Method 2: Using FaxBurner
- Go to FaxBurner.com and sign up for a free account.
- Log in to your FaxBurner account and click on "Send Fax" on the top menu bar.
- Enter the recipient's fax number and your email address.
- Attach the document you want to fax (PDF, DOC, or other formats).
- Enter a cover page message (optional).
- Click "Send Fax" to send the fax.
- FaxBurner will convert your document to a faxable format and send it to the recipient's fax machine.
Method 3: Using Gmail's built-in faxing feature (not recommended)
- Go to Gmail.com and log in to your account.
- Compose a new email and attach the document you want to fax.
- In the subject line, enter the recipient's fax number (e.g., 1234567890).
- In the body of the email, enter the recipient's fax number again (e.g., 1234567890).
- Send the email.
- Gmail will convert your document to a faxable format and send it to the recipient's fax machine.
Please note that the built-in faxing feature in Gmail is not recommended as it may not work reliably and may not support all fax formats.
Tips and limitations
- Make sure the recipient's fax machine is compatible with the fax format used by the online fax service.
- Check the recipient's fax number to ensure it's correct and working.
- Some online fax services may have limitations on the number of faxes you can send per day or month.
- Be aware of any additional fees or charges associated with sending faxes online.