How to fax a PDF from your computer

Make a PDF from almost anything

If your document is not a PDF yet, convert it first. Both major operating systems include a built-in PDF printer:

• Windows: open the document, choose Print, select Microsoft Print to PDF as the printer, then click Print and choose where to save the file.
• Mac: open the document, choose File, then Print, click the PDF menu at the bottom of the dialog and choose Save as PDF.
• Word, Excel and Google Docs: use File, Save As or Download and choose PDF.
• Web pages: use your browser's Print option and choose Save as PDF.

Fax the PDF from your browser

faxfromcomputer.ca recommends FaxToFax.com, which works in any modern browser on Windows, Mac or Chromebook, with nothing to install.

1. Sign in with your email and one-time code.
2. Start a new fax and attach your PDF.
3. Check the file name to make sure it is the right file and the final version.
4. Choose a cover page template, or create a cover page with the recipient's name, your contact details and the page count.
5. Enter the fax number. To send the same PDF to several offices, add up to 50 numbers.
6. Confirm each number on the check screen.
7. Send now, or schedule the fax for up to 90 days ahead.
8. Check the status. When it says Delivered, a time-stamped delivery receipt is saved with the fax.

Page counts and costs

Each page of the PDF uses one plan page when sent to Canada, the US or the UK. A 12-page PDF sent to three recipients uses 36 pages. If a fax fails, no pages are used. The Personal plan includes 200 pages a month, and extra pages are $0.10 each; Business includes 500 pages at $0.07 per extra page.