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Send a fax via email

What email-to-fax means and why the web alternative is simpler and more affordable

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Quick answer

Fax via email (email-to-fax) lets you send faxes through a special email service, but it usually requires registration and a subscription. FaxMonkey offers the simpler alternative: upload your document directly in the browser, enter the fax number, and pay only for what you actually use. No registration, no subscription, ready to go immediately.

How it works - step by step

How to send a fax with FaxMonkey - the simple alternative to email-to-fax

1

Open website

Visit faxmonkey.com in your browser, on a computer, tablet, or smartphone. No registration or login required.

2

Upload document

Select your file: PDF, JPG, PNG, TIFF, or Word documents are supported. Simply drag the file into the upload field.

3

Enter fax number

Enter the recipient's fax number including country code (e.g. +49 for Germany). The number is validated automatically.

4

Pay and send

Pay securely via Stripe. Your fax is sent immediately and you receive a delivery report by email.

What you need

Your document

As a PDF, JPG, PNG, TIFF, or Word file on your device

Fax number

The recipient's full fax number including area code

Payment method

Credit card or another Stripe payment method

Your benefits

No configuration needed

Unlike email-to-fax services, you do not need to set up an email address or configure gateway settings. Simply open the website and get started.

Pay per use instead of a subscription

Pay only for faxes you actually send. No monthly fees, no minimum terms, no hidden costs.

No registration

No user account, no sign-in, no personal data to store. Your fax is sent in under 2 minutes.

Full transparency

Preview your fax before sending. With email-to-fax, you often only see the result after sending.

Tips

Convert your documents to PDF for optimal fax quality
Double-check the fax number for typos, do not forget the country code
Use the preview feature to review the fax before sending

Important to know

Traditional email-to-fax services often require costly monthly subscriptions and long contract terms
With email-to-fax, email filters can block sending or faxes can end up in the spam folder

Fax via email sounds practical: simply write an email and the document is delivered as a fax. However, traditional email-to-fax services have their pitfalls, such as registration, monthly fees, and complicated configuration.

In this guide we explain how email-to-fax works and why FaxMonkey's web-based alternative is simpler, more affordable, and faster.

What is fax via email?

With a traditional email-to-fax service, you send an email to a special gateway address. It typically works like this:

You register with an email-to-fax provider
You receive credentials for the email gateway
To fax, you send an email to e.g. 0123456789@faxgateway.de
The document in the attachment is transmitted to the fax number

This method is established in companies that want to use their existing email system. For private individuals and occasional users, however, it is often impractical and expensive.

The modern alternative: web-based faxing

FaxMonkey takes a different approach: instead of complicated email configuration, we provide a simple web interface that anyone can use immediately:

No registration: open the website and get started right away
No configuration: no gateway, no special email addresses
Preview feature: see your fax before it is sent
Pay per use: pay only for faxes actually sent
Immediate delivery report: by email with legally valid proof

This solution is ideal for anyone who wants to send a fax quickly and easily without committing to a service long term.

Comparison: email-to-fax vs. web-based faxing

Here are the most important differences at a glance:

Registration: email-to-fax requires registration, FaxMonkey does not
Configuration: email-to-fax needs gateway setup, FaxMonkey is ready to use instantly
Costs: email-to-fax usually comes with a monthly subscription, FaxMonkey is pay per use only
Preview: rarely available with email-to-fax, always included with FaxMonkey
Spam risk: emails can be blocked, no such risk with FaxMonkey

Conclusion: for occasional faxes, FaxMonkey's web solution is much more practical and cost-effective than a traditional email-to-fax service.

Frequently asked questions

What is fax via email?

Fax via email (also called email-to-fax or email fax) is a service where you send a fax by emailing a special gateway address. The fax number is usually specified in the subject or the recipient address (e.g. faxnumber@faxdienst.de). The attachment is then transmitted as a fax. These services typically require registration and monthly fees.

Does FaxMonkey offer fax via email?

No, FaxMonkey does not offer a traditional email-to-fax service. Instead, we rely on a simpler web solution: you upload your document directly on our website and send it with a few clicks. It is faster, requires no configuration, and works without registration. You pay only per fax, no subscription.

How much does a fax cost with FaxMonkey?

With FaxMonkey you pay only for what you use: the first page costs 1,00 €, each additional page 0,25 €. No base fee, no subscription, no hidden costs. Payment is processed securely via Stripe.

Why is the web solution better than email-to-fax?

The web solution has several advantages: you do not need to configure email addresses or gateways, you get a preview before sending, there are no issues with spam filters, and you pay only per fax instead of monthly fees. In addition, FaxMonkey works without registration, so you can start immediately.

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