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How to Fax a PDF from iPhone 16 Pro Max

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

LiDAR Scanning on iPhone 16 Pro Max

The iPhone 16 Pro Max's LiDAR scanner combined with its 48MP camera produces the sharpest document scans of any iPhone. For legal or medical documents where legibility is critical, this combination is unmatched.

What you'll need

  • iPhone 16 Pro Max running iOS 18
  • 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 16 Pro Max: Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Download TigerFax

    Install TigerFax from the App Store on your iPhone 16 Pro Max. It's free to start — no credit card required.

    💡 Tip: TigerFax is optimized for iOS 18 and works on all iPhones running iOS 15 or later.

  2. 2

    Scan your PDF with iPhone 16 Pro Max

    Open TigerFax and tap the camera icon. The iPhone 16 Pro Max's LiDAR scanner automatically detects the document edges and straightens the scan. The iPhone 16 Pro Max's LiDAR scanner combined with its 48MP camera produces the sharpest document scans of any iPhone. For legal or medical documents where legibility is critical, this combination is unmatched.

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

  3. 3

    Upload your PDF from iPhone 16 Pro Max

    Alternatively, tap the upload icon to import your PDF from Files, iCloud Drive, or any connected cloud storage. The 6.9-inch display makes the Files app feel almost like a tablet experience, making it easy to navigate and select documents for faxing.

    💡 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 16 Pro Max

  • 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.

FAQ: Faxing PDFs from iPhone 16 Pro Max

Yes. TigerFax works on iPhone 16 Pro Max running iOS 18 and supports faxing PDFs. You can scan a physical copy with the iPhone 16 Pro Max's camera or upload a PDF directly from the Files app.

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