Send fax by email gmail
A convenient and modern way to send faxes!
Yes, you can send a fax from your Gmail account using a third-party service or a browser extension. Here are a few options:
Option 1: Using a third-party service
- Sign up for a fax service like eFax, RingCentral, or HelloFax. These services allow you to send and receive faxes online.
- Create an account and verify your email address.
- Compose a new email in your Gmail account and attach the document you want to fax.
- In the subject line, include the recipient's fax number (e.g., 555-1234).
- In the body of the email, include a brief message or the recipient's name and fax number.
- Send the email to the fax service's email address (e.g., [email protected]).
- The fax service will convert the email into a fax and send it to the recipient's fax machine.
Option 2: Using a browser extension
- Install a browser extension like FaxZero, eFax, or RingCentral Fax from the Chrome Web Store.
- Compose a new email in your Gmail account and attach the document you want to fax.
- Click the browser extension's icon in your browser toolbar.
- Select the fax service and enter the recipient's fax number.
- The extension will convert the email into a fax and send it to the recipient's fax machine.
Tips and limitations
- Make sure to check the fax service's pricing and limitations before sending a fax.
- Some fax services may have restrictions on the file size or type of documents that can be faxed.
- The quality of the fax may vary depending on the service and the recipient's fax machine.
- If you need to send a fax to a specific country or region, ensure that the fax service supports international faxing.
By using one of these options, you can easily send faxes from your Gmail account without the need for a traditional fax machine or phone line.