Help & FAQ
Answers to your questions about sending faxes online with FaxMonkey.
Basics
Everything you need to know about sending faxes online.
How do I send a fax with FaxMonkey?
Sending a fax is easy:
- Upload your document (PDF, Word, image)
- Enter the recipient's fax number
- Select the destination country
- Review the preview
- Enter your email address for the transmission report
- Pay securely via Stripe
After successful payment, your fax will be sent immediately and you will receive a confirmation by email.
Do I need an account to send a fax?
How long does it take for my fax to arrive?
Which countries can I send faxes to?
Files & formats
Which documents you can send and how to achieve the best quality.
Which file formats are supported?
FaxMonkey accepts the following formats:
- PDF - recommended for best quality
- Word (.doc, .docx)
- Images (.jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .tiff)
We recommend PDF for the best fax quality, as this format is sent exactly as you see it.
How large can my file be?
How many pages can a fax have?
How can I improve fax quality?
For best results:
- Use PDF instead of image files
- Use black text on a white background
- Use a clearly readable font size (at least 10 pt)
- Avoid colour photos - they are converted to greyscale
- Scan physical documents at at least 200 DPI
Fax number & recipient
How to enter the fax number correctly and reach your recipient.
How do I enter the fax number correctly?
Enter the fax number without spaces or hyphens. Select the country code separately.
Examples for Germany (+49):
- Berlin: 30123456 (without the leading 0)
- Munich: 89123456
Important: Omit the leading 0 of the area code.
Can I fax to mobile numbers?
What does the error 'Number unreachable' mean?
This error can have various causes:
- The number is not a fax number (e.g. telephone or mobile)
- The recipient's fax machine is switched off or faulty
- The line is constantly busy
- The fax number is no longer active
In case of non-delivery due to technical reasons on our side, you can request a refund (see Terms and Conditions).
Can I send multiple faxes at the same time?
Pricing & payment
Everything about costs, payment methods and invoices.
How much does a fax cost?
Which payment methods are accepted?
Will I receive an invoice?
What happens if my fax is not delivered?
Confirmation & delivery
Transmission report, delivery status and what happens after sending.
How do I know that my fax has arrived?
What is a transmission report?
How long is my fax stored?
Can I track the status of my fax?
Problems & solutions
Help with common issues and how to solve them.
My document will not upload. What can I do?
Please check the following:
- Is the file in the correct format? (PDF, Word, JPG, PNG)
- Is the file smaller than 20 MB?
- Could the file be corrupted? Try recreating it.
- Are you using a current browser? (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
The fax was marked as 'failed'. What now?
The preview looks different from my document. Is that normal?
I have not received a confirmation email. What should I do?
Please check:
- Your spam/junk folder
- Whether you entered the correct email address
- Wait a few minutes - emails can sometimes be delayed
If you have not received an email after 30 minutes, please contact us at support@faxmonkey.com.
Security & privacy
How we protect your data and documents.
Is FaxMonkey secure?
Yes, security is our top priority:
- SSL encryption for all data transfers
- Secure payment via Stripe (PCI DSS certified)
- Automatic deletion of documents after sending
Are my documents stored?
Who has access to my fax documents?
Is online faxing GDPR-compliant?
Legal
Legal certainty, verifiability and formal validity of online faxes.
Is an online fax legally valid?
Does the transmission report count as proof of delivery?
Can I send my cancellation via FaxMonkey?
Still have questions?
If you have not found your answer here, you can reach us by email. We are happy to assist.
support@faxmonkey.comYou can find our service hours in our legal notice.
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