How to Send a Fax from iPhone in 2026

Forget hunting down a fax machine. Your iPhone already has everything you need to send a professional fax.

iPhone advantages for faxing:

  • High-resolution camera scanning
  • Files app integration
  • iCloud document access

What you'll need

  • iPhone running iOS 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 iPhone: Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Download TigerFax

    Search for "TigerFax" in the App Store on your iPhone 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 iPhone's camera, or tap the upload icon to import a PDF, JPG, or PNG from Files, Photos, or iCloud Drive.

    💡 Tip: 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.

  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 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.

Uploading Files on iPhone

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

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 iPhone 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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