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How to Fax a PDF from iPhone

Have a PDF you need to fax? TigerFax imports it directly from your Files app, iCloud, or any cloud storage.

What you'll need

  • iPhone running iOS 15+
  • 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 from iPhone: Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Download TigerFax

    Install TigerFax from the App Store on your iPhone. It's free to start — no credit card required.

    💡 Tip: TigerFax is optimized for iOS 15+ and works on all iPhones running iOS 15 or later.

  2. 2

    Scan your PDF with iPhone

    Open TigerFax and tap the camera icon. Position your iPhone about 12 inches above the PDF and let the auto-capture detect the edges. Use your iPhone's built-in camera to scan documents directly in TigerFax. Hold the phone steady about 12 inches above the document and let the auto-capture detect the edges.

    💡 Tip: Your PDF may have multiple pages — TigerFax lets you scan each page in sequence before sending.

  3. 3

    Upload your PDF from iPhone

    Alternatively, tap the upload icon to import your PDF from Files, iCloud Drive, or any connected cloud storage. Tap the upload icon to access Files, Photos, iCloud Drive, or any connected cloud storage. TigerFax supports PDF, JPG, PNG, HEIC, and DOCX formats.

    💡 Tip: PDF format preserves PDF formatting best. If you have a digital copy, upload it instead of scanning for the clearest result.

  4. 4

    Enter the recipient's fax number

    Type the recipient's fax number in the To field. For international numbers, include the country code. TigerFax automatically formats the number.

  5. 5

    Review and send

    Preview your PDF to verify all pages are included and legible. Tap Send. You'll receive a delivery confirmation when the fax is received.

Tips for Faxing PDFs from iPhone

  • 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

Scanning tip for iPhone

Use your iPhone's built-in camera to scan documents directly in TigerFax. Hold the phone steady about 12 inches above the document and let the auto-capture detect the edges.

Secure transmission

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

FAQ: Faxing PDFs from iPhone

Yes. TigerFax works on iPhone running iOS 15+ and supports faxing PDFs. You can scan a physical copy with the iPhone's camera or upload a PDF directly from the Files app.

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