But first, let’s clarify why you would even need to use this method in the age of email and other modern communication technologies.
Why do people still use fax?
Despite the advancement of messaging apps and email, fax is alive and well! It’s used by businesses worldwide, especially in the United States, Japan, and Germany. Fax is often preferred over email because it’s a more secure way to transmit documents, mainly when signatures are involved. Faxed signatures became legally accepted in the late 1980s and early 1990s and are widely accepted. Although the Electronic Signatures Act in 2000 gave digital signatures similar legal power, they are not as widely accepted yet. Moreover, faxing gives you the confirmation of receipt, which is often missing in emails and other forms of communication. So, believe it or not, fax is still considered a quick and convenient way to send and receive documents. The one thing that’s changed, though, is that traditional fax machines are not needed. Thanks to an abundance of apps, you can send and receive faxes over the internet on your iPhone or computer. My favorite is the iFax app for iPhone, which is super easy to use and gets the job done quickly, as explained below.
How to scan and fax from your iPhone
The iFax app offers a convenient way to transmit documents from your iPhone. You will need to subscribe to use it, but it offers a convenient 7-day free trial. The basic iFax subscription starts at $24.99 a month. The app lets you attach a document or image, write a text, or scan a document to fax. Here’s how: You can also use the iFax app to get a fax number to receive documents. For this, tap Get a Fax Number on the app’s Home Screen and select your location and number. That wraps up our guide on how to receive and send a fax from your iPhone. Let me know in the comments below if you’ve got any questions. I’ll be happy to help. You might also like:
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