How to Send a Fax from iPad in 2026

Faxing from an iPad gives you a desktop-like experience with the convenience of a mobile device.

iPad advantages for faxing:

  • Large display for document review
  • Split-screen multitasking
  • Apple Pencil annotation support

What you'll need

  • iPad running iPadOS 15+
  • TigerFax app (free on the App Store)
  • The recipient's fax number
  • Your document (physical to scan, or a PDF/image file)

How to Fax from iPad: Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Download TigerFax

    Search for "TigerFax" in the App Store on your iPad and tap Get. The app is free to download and includes 3 free fax pages.

    💡 Tip: TigerFax requires iOS 15 or later.

  2. 2

    Create your account

    Open TigerFax and sign in with your Apple ID or create a free account with your email. No credit card required.

  3. 3

    Scan your document or upload a file

    Tap the camera icon to scan your document directly with your iPad's camera, or tap the upload icon to import a PDF, JPG, or PNG from Files, Photos, or iCloud Drive.

    💡 Tip: The iPad's rear camera works great for scanning documents. For best results, use the iPad in landscape mode and ensure even lighting across the document.

  4. 4

    Add a cover page (optional)

    Tap 'Cover Page' to add a professional cover page with To, From, Subject, and Message fields. Recommended for sensitive documents.

  5. 5

    Enter the recipient's fax number and send

    Type the recipient's fax number — include the area code for US numbers (e.g., 555-123-4567) or the country code for international faxes (e.g., +44 20 1234 5678). Tap Send and TigerFax will deliver your fax within 1–3 minutes.

    💡 Tip: You'll receive a delivery confirmation when your fax is successfully received.

Camera Scanning Tips for iPad

The iPad's rear camera works great for scanning documents. For best results, use the iPad in landscape mode and ensure even lighting across the document.

iPad-Specific Tips

On iPad, you can use Split View to open Files or Photos alongside TigerFax, making it easy to drag and drop documents directly into the app.

iPadOS 16+ supports Stage Manager, which lets you run TigerFax in a resizable window alongside other apps.

TigerFax Pricing

Free

$0

  • 3 free fax pages
  • Send to any fax number
  • Camera scanning
  • Cover pages

Pro

$14.99/mo

  • Unlimited fax pages
  • Dedicated US fax number
  • Receive faxes
  • Fax history

TigerFax transmits all faxes over encrypted connections. Your documents are never stored on third-party servers after transmission. All faxes are sent via the Sinch carrier network.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — TigerFax is free to download on iPad and includes 3 free fax pages to get started. After that, you can buy page credits ($0.99/page) or upgrade to Pro for unlimited sending and a dedicated fax number.

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Send a Fax from iPad

Free to start · No credit card required · iOS only

Download on the App Store