general documentiPhone 12 · iOS 14+

How to Fax a Photo from iPhone 12

Your iPhone's Photos app integrates directly with TigerFax, making it easy to fax any image in your library.

What you'll need

  • iPhone 12 running iOS 14+
  • TigerFax app (free on the App Store)
  • Your Photo (physical copy to scan, or a PDF/image file)
  • The recipient's fax number

How to Fax a Photo from iPhone 12: Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Download TigerFax

    Install TigerFax from the App Store on your iPhone 12. It's free to start — no credit card required.

    💡 Tip: TigerFax is optimized for iOS 14+ and works on all iPhones running iOS 15 or later.

  2. 2

    Scan your Photo with iPhone 12

    Open TigerFax and tap the camera icon. Position your iPhone 12 about 12 inches above the Photo and let the auto-capture detect the edges. The iPhone 12's Night mode can help when scanning documents in low-light environments. If the auto-capture doesn't trigger, tap the shutter button manually after positioning the document.

  3. 3

    Upload your Photo from iPhone 12

    Alternatively, tap the upload icon to import your Photo from Files, iCloud Drive, or any connected cloud storage. iOS 14 on iPhone 12 introduced App Library and improved widget support. You can add a TigerFax widget to your home screen for quick access to your fax history.

    💡 Tip: PDF format preserves Photo 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 Photo to verify all pages are included and legible. Tap Send. You'll receive a delivery confirmation when the fax is received.

Tips for Faxing Photos from iPhone 12

  • 1.For best fax quality, use photos taken in good lighting with the document flat
  • 2.TigerFax supports JPG, PNG, and HEIC formats
  • 3.If faxing multiple photos, add them all before sending to keep them in one fax

Scanning tip for iPhone 12

The iPhone 12's Night mode can help when scanning documents in low-light environments. If the auto-capture doesn't trigger, tap the shutter button manually after positioning the document.

Secure transmission

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

FAQ: Faxing Photos from iPhone 12

Yes. TigerFax works on iPhone 12 running iOS 14+ and supports faxing Photos. You can scan a physical copy with the iPhone 12's camera or upload a PDF directly from the Files app.

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