How to Send a Fax From Gmail — Free Guide
You can send faxes directly from your Gmail inbox without installing anything. All you need is a free online fax account. Here's how.
Native Gmail add-on, fax without leaving your inbox
3 Ways to Fax from Gmail
Method 1: Use the Fax.plus Gmail Add-on
The easiest method. Fax.plus offers a native Google Workspace add-on that adds a "Send Fax" button directly inside Gmail.
Install the Add-on
Search "Fax.plus" in the Google Workspace Marketplace and install it. Free account includes 10 pages.
Compose & Attach
Open the Fax.plus panel in Gmail, enter the recipient's fax number, and attach your document.
Send & Confirm
Hit send. You'll receive a delivery confirmation directly in your Gmail inbox.
Method 2: Email-to-Fax
Most online fax services let you send faxes by composing a regular email. Simply address your email to [fax-number]@faxservice.com, attach your document, and send. See our email-to-fax guide for details.
Method 3: Use the Fax.plus Web App
If you prefer a web interface, you can sign into Fax.plus from any browser, upload your document, and send. Works on any device.
Why Fax.plus for Gmail?
✓ Pros
- Native Gmail add-on (no browser extensions)
- Send & receive faxes inside your inbox
- Google Workspace compatible
- 256-bit TLS encryption
- 10 free pages to start
✗ Cons
- Free plan limited to sending only
- Need paid plan for a fax number
- Add-on requires Google account
Gmail Fax FAQ
Yes. With a Fax.plus paid plan, incoming faxes are delivered directly to your Gmail inbox as PDF attachments.
You can send up to 10 pages free with Fax.plus. After that, paid plans start at $6.99/month.
Yes, the Fax.plus add-on is fully compatible with Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) for business accounts.