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How to send a fax from Windows PC

To send a fax from a Windows PC, open faxend.com/send in Edge, Chrome, or Firefox. Upload PDFs from File Explorer, scan documents with your printer's scan-to-PDF feature, enter recipient fax number, pay with credit card. No fax modem, phone line, or installed software required. Works on Windows 10, 11, and Windows Server.

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Why fax from Windows

  • Larger screen and keyboard for fast workflow
  • Easy file management via File Explorer
  • Drag-drop multiple PDFs at once
  • Microsoft Print to PDF lets any application produce a fax-ready file
  • OneDrive integration for cross-device document access

Windows Fax and Scan (legacy)

Windows includes a built-in Windows Fax and Scan utility, but it requires:

  • Internal or USB fax modem (rare on modern PCs)
  • Phone line connection
  • Configuration of fax server or PSTN

Most modern Windows PCs do not have fax modems. Online fax services like Faxend replace this entirely with no hardware setup.

Skip the fax modem setup

Open Faxend in your browser. Upload, send, done. $9.99 per fax, no subscription.

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Step-by-step with Faxend

1

Open faxend.com/send

Use Edge, Chrome, Firefox, or Brave. Any modern browser works.

2

Upload PDF from File Explorer

Drag-drop or click to browse. Or use Print to PDF from any application first.

3

Enter recipient fax number

Country plus local number. Country code auto-formatted.

4

Cover sheet info

Name, phone, recipient details.

5

Pay with credit card

Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover. Stripe processes securely.

6

Save confirmation

Screenshot or download confirmation PDF.

Windows-specific tips

  • Microsoft Print to PDF: Built into Windows 10 and 11. Print any document to PDF for fax
  • Scan with printer: Most printer drivers include scan-to-PDF feature
  • OneDrive: Save documents to OneDrive, access from any Windows device
  • Microsoft Office: Save Word/Excel as PDF directly via Save As, then upload

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Frequently asked questions

Can I fax from a Windows PC without a fax modem?
Yes. Online fax services like Faxend work entirely in your browser. No fax modem, phone line, or installed software required.
Does Windows 10 or 11 have built-in fax?
Yes, Windows Fax and Scan is included, but it requires a USB or internal fax modem and a phone line. Most modern PCs do not have fax modems. Online fax replaces this.
How do I print to fax from Windows?
Use Microsoft Print to PDF (built into Windows 10 and 11). Print any document to PDF, then upload that PDF to Faxend in your browser. The Print to Fax option in Windows Fax and Scan requires a fax modem.
Is Windows Fax and Scan free?
Yes, the software is free with Windows. But you need a fax modem (typically $30 to $100) and a phone line. Online fax (Faxend) is often cheaper per fax with no hardware investment.
Can I send a fax from Microsoft Word?
Yes. Save the Word document as PDF (File, Save As, PDF), then upload to Faxend. Word does not directly fax without a fax modem and Windows Fax and Scan setup.
How much does it cost to fax from Windows?
$9.99 per fax with Faxend (up to 10 pages), no subscription. Hardware-based fax requires a modem ($30 to $100), phone line ($20+ per month), and paper/toner.
Is online fax from Windows secure?
Yes. Faxend uses TLS 1.3 encryption for upload and T.38 secure protocol for transmission.
Can I send international fax from Windows?
Yes. Faxend supports any country. Select country from dropdown, enter local number. International rates apply.
Does Faxend work on Windows 7 or 8?
Yes, as long as your browser is current (Chrome, Firefox, or Edge). Microsoft no longer supports Windows 7 and 8 with security updates, so consider upgrading for general security.
Can I fax from Microsoft Outlook?
Save attachments as PDFs, upload to Faxend. Or use Microsoft 365 add-ins for fax integration if available. Outlook does not natively fax.
What if my Windows internet goes down during fax?
If transmission completed, fax was sent. If interrupted, retry. Faxend's confirmation page shows transmission status.
Can I receive faxes on Windows?
Yes, with a Faxend inbound number. Subscribe to inbound service to receive faxes in your Faxend web app inbox.

Send your fax from Windows today

Open faxend.com/send. Upload, enter number, send. $9.99 per fax with no subscription.

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