Just the Fax, Sir!

Disclaimer:  This is a truncated version of my post "Sending and Receiving Faxes (Without a Fax Machine)."   It is meant to be a quick reference for those of you who may be interested in these services.  If you want a more detailed explanation of the process and why someone may use this software, you can find the original post here.


SENDING FAXES

What you'll need:

A Printer
A Scanner OR a Smart Phone with the this Android app or this iOS app.

1.  Scan your document
2.  Head to GotFaxFree

Click on the image for detailed instructions.

You can only send 2 faxes a day using the free service,  If you happen to hit that wall use FaxZero.

3.  GotFaxFree or FaxZero will send you a confirmation email.  Click the link in the email. Once the fax has been received by the intended both services will send a follow-up confirmation.


RECEIVING FAXES

1.  Sign-up for eFax free.

eFax free has a simple and intuitive signup process.

2.  eFax Free will send you a confirmation e-mail to sign up for the service, along with your assigned fax number.  Confirm the service.

3.  Give someone your fax number as you would with traditional fax service.

4.  eFax will send you an e-mail when you have received a fax, complete with PDF attachment.

5. NOTE: eFax Free allows 10 pages a month.

A simple email alerts you to a fax.  A PDF is attached
at the bottom of the email.