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Send a PDF by fax

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Quick answer

Upload the PDF file, enter the fax number, pay, done. Your PDF is transmitted as a fax true to the original, all formatting is preserved.

How it works - step by step

Send your PDF as a fax in just 3 steps, no software, no registration

1

Upload PDF

Upload your PDF file. We support all PDF versions and multi-page documents up to 20 MB.

2

Enter fax number

Enter the recipient's fax number, domestic or international with country code.

3

Pay and send

Pay securely via Stripe. Your fax is sent immediately.

What you need

PDF file

All PDF versions are supported (PDF 1.0 to PDF 2.0)

Maximum size

Up to 20 MB file size per fax

Valid fax number

Domestic or international fax number of the recipient

Your benefits

Formatting stays intact

PDFs are faxed exactly as you created them, fonts, layout, and graphics remain identical.

Multi-page documents

Send entire contracts, forms, or reports as a multi-page fax, no page limit.

Universal format

PDF is the standard for business documents, can be created and read from any device.

Immediate transmission

Your PDF is sent as a fax immediately after payment, no waiting time.

Tips

  • Use a resolution of at least 200 DPI for razor-sharp faxes
  • Choose font sizes of 10 points or larger so text remains readable after fax transmission
  • Use high contrast (black text on a white background) for optimal fax quality

Important to know

  • Maximum file size: 20 MB. You can compress larger PDFs beforehand.
  • Color content is converted to grayscale, check readability in advance

PDF is the ideal file format for fax transmission, your formatting, fonts, and layouts are guaranteed to stay intact.

With FaxMonkey you send your PDF documents quickly and easily as a fax. Whether contract, form, or business letter, simply upload your PDF file and we take care of the rest. No fax machine, no software installation, no registration.

Why PDF is the best format for faxes

The PDF format (Portable Document Format) was specifically developed to display documents platform-independently and true to format. That is exactly what makes PDF the perfect format for faxing:

  • Formatting stays intact: fonts, spacing, tables, and graphics are transmitted exactly as you created them.
  • Universal compatibility: PDFs can be created from almost any application, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or directly from the browser.
  • Multi-page documents: a PDF can contain any number of pages, all transmitted in a single fax operation.
  • Compact file size: PDFs are optimally compressed and enable fast uploads.

FaxMonkey supports all PDF versions from PDF 1.0 to the current PDF 2.0 standard as well as PDF/A for documents that require archiving.

Create a PDF - here's how

Almost every program can create PDFs today. Here are the most important methods:

From Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint): click "File" → "Save as" and choose "PDF" as the file type. Alternatively: "File" → "Export" → "Create PDF/XPS document".

From the browser: press Ctrl+P (Windows) or Cmd+P (Mac) and choose "Save as PDF" as the printer.

On a smartphone: use the Share feature and select "Print to PDF" or "Create PDF".

Scan documents: most scanner apps automatically create PDFs from photographed documents.

Tips for optimal fax quality

To ensure your PDF fax arrives perfectly on the recipient's side, follow these tips:

  • Resolution: create PDFs with at least 200 DPI. Higher resolutions (300 DPI) are recommended for detailed graphics.
  • Font size: use at least 10-point font size. Smaller fonts may be hard to read after fax transmission.
  • Contrast: black text on a white background delivers the best results. Avoid gray text or colored backgrounds.
  • Margins: leave at least 1.5 cm margin on all sides so nothing gets cut off.
  • File size: compress large PDFs before uploading. The maximum file size is 20 MB.

Tip: fax machines print in black and white. Check in advance whether colored graphics are easy to recognize in grayscale.

Frequently asked questions

Which PDF versions are supported?
FaxMonkey supports all PDF versions from PDF 1.0 to PDF 2.0. PDF/A for long-term archiving is also processed without any issues.

Will my PDF quality be preserved when faxing?
Yes, formatting is fully preserved. PDFs are transmitted at high quality (200 DPI). For best results, use high-contrast documents with a font size of at least 10 points.

How much does it cost to send a PDF by fax?
The first page costs 1,00 €, each additional page only 0,25 €. A 5-page PDF fax therefore costs only 2€.

Can I send multi-page PDFs as one fax?
Yes, multi-page PDFs are sent in a single process. All pages are transmitted automatically as one continuous fax, no page limit, only the 20 MB file limit.

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