How to Send an Internet Fax to a Fax Machine

If you own a computer, but not a fax machine, and need to send a document to someone who does not have a computer, there are options available to you. To send a fax the traditional way, print out a document, put it in a fax machine and then send it via a phone line to another fax machine. With changing technology, you can now send an Internet fax to a fax machine directly from your computer. This method is quicker, easier and more cost-effective than traditional faxing.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Internet access
• Computer

1. Prepare your document. If it is a paper copy, you will have to scan it into your computer. If it is already saved on your computer, you are ready to send.
2. Find an Internet fax service. Some are free and some charge a fee. When just sending a few faxes, use a free service to save yourself some money. If you are going to be using the service often, an Internet fax service is a good investment. Find a quality service with the features you need to make faxing easy and convenient.
3. Look for a service that is user-friendly, easy, requires little or no software installation and allows you to send and receive faxes from an email box.
4. Subscribe or become a member of the service you have found by opening a user account at the homepage of the site you choose. Many sites offer memberships for fixed amounts of time.
5. Pay for your service if the one you chose requires a fee.
6. Set your preferences for delivery and storage of your faxes.
7. Log onto your service. Select "Send Fax." Enter the phone number where you want to send a to fax. Fill in any necessary information, such as subject and name of recipient.
8. Attach the documents and select “Send Fax.”
9. Remember that the steps you take to log in and send a fax may vary depending on what service you use.

Tips & Warnings

• Find out how many pages the service allows you to send per month.
• Opt for an Internet fax service that offers good customer service.
• Pay attention to the file types the service will allow you to fax. If you often work with a certain type of file, make sure the service you choose supports that type.

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