How long does it take to fax a PDF?

Most faxes are delivered within 1–3 minutes. Multi-page documents may take slightly longer depending on the number of pages and the recipient's fax machine speed.

Do I need a cover page when faxing a PDF?

A cover page is optional but recommended for professional faxes. TigerFax lets you add a custom cover page with To, From, Subject, and Message fields before sending.

Can I fax a PDF to any fax number?

Yes — TigerFax can send your PDF to any fax machine or online fax service worldwide. Just enter the recipient's fax number (including area code for US numbers, or country code for international).

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How to Fax a PDF from iPhone

PDFs are the most common file format for faxing — and TigerFax makes sending them from your iPhone effortless.

What you'll need

iPhone or iPad running iOS 15 or later
TigerFax app (free on the App Store)
Your PDF (physical copy to scan, or a PDF/image file)
The recipient's fax number

How to Fax a PDF: Step-by-Step

1
Open TigerFax
Open TigerFax and tap the upload icon
2
Scan or upload your document
Select your PDF from Files, iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or Google Drive
3
Add a cover page
Preview the document to verify all pages are correct
4
Enter the fax number
Add a cover page if needed
5
Review and send
Enter the recipient's fax number and send

Pro Tips for Faxing PDFs

1.PDFs preserve formatting better than scanned images — use a PDF when available
2.TigerFax supports PDFs up to 50 pages
3.If your PDF is password-protected, remove the password before importing

Secure transmission

TigerFax transmits all faxes over encrypted connections. Your documents are never stored on third-party servers after transmission.

Which iPhone Works Best for Faxing PDFs?

TigerFax works on all iPhones running iOS 15 or later. Here are the best options for faxing PDFs:

iPhoneiOS 15+iPhone 16iOS 18 iPhone 16 ProLiDAR scanning · iOS 18 iPhone 16 PlusiOS 18

FAQ: Faxing PDFs from iPhone

Yes. TigerFax transmits your PDF over encrypted channels. Your document is never stored on third-party servers after transmission.

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