The LowFax Blog

Guides, tips, and news on faxing online — no machine required.

Latest
Announcement

LowFax Now Sends to Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary & India

Four new destinations, same simple pay-as-you-go pricing — no subscription, no fax machine needed.

Guides
Getting Started

How to Send a Fax Without a Fax Machine

No machine? No problem. Everything you need to know about sending a fax online in minutes.

Getting Started

Need to Send Just One Fax?

No account, no plan, no machine. Here's the fastest way to send a single fax.

Pricing

Pay As You Go Fax — No Subscription, Ever

Send a fax for $1.99 when you need it. No monthly plan, no contract, no charge when you don't.

International

Japan, Germany & the Countries That Still Run on Fax

Fax hasn't disappeared everywhere. Here's where it's still essential — and how to send one there.

Security & Compliance
Security

Fax vs Email: Which Is More Secure?

An honest look at how each method actually handles sensitive documents.

Compliance

HIPAA Compliant Faxing: What It Means and Why It Matters

A plain-English breakdown of what to actually look for before you fax sensitive documents.

Healthcare

Why Healthcare Still Relies on Fax

(And why that won't change soon.) A look at why fax remains standard in healthcare communication.

Fax From Your Device
How-To

How to Send a Fax From Your iPhone

No app, no fax machine, no subscription — just Safari and about five minutes.

How-To

How to Send a Fax From an Android Phone

No app, no fax machine, no subscription — just Chrome and about five minutes.

How-To

Can You Send a Fax From Gmail?

The honest answer is no — but the fix takes about two minutes. Here's how.

IRS Form Guides
IRS

How to Fax IRS Forms Online

Which forms the IRS accepts by fax, and how to send them without a fax machine.

IRS

Fax Form 2848 (Power of Attorney) to the IRS

Authorize a representative to act on your behalf — sent correctly, without a fax machine.

IRS

Fax Form 8821 (Tax Information Authorization) to the IRS

Let a third party view your tax information — sent correctly, without a fax machine.

IRS

Fax Form SS-4 (EIN Application) to the IRS

Apply for an Employer Identification Number and get it back by fax in days, not weeks.

IRS

Fax Form 2553 (S-Corp Election) to the IRS

Elect S-corporation status for your business — the IRS accepts this form only by fax or mail.

IRS

Fax Form 4506-T (Transcript Request) to the IRS

Request a transcript of a previously filed tax return — often needed for mortgage or loan applications.

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