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fax-online.ca frequently asked questions

Everything people ask before they start faxing online with fax-online.ca.

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What is fax-online.ca?

fax-online.ca is an online fax service for Canada powered by FaxToFax.com. You get a Canadian or US fax number and send and receive faxes from your browser instead of a fax machine.

Can I get a Canadian fax number with fax-online.ca?

Yes. When you sign up through fax-online.ca you choose a local or toll-free fax number in Canada or the United States. Extra numbers can be added to any plan.

Is fax-online.ca secure enough for health and legal documents?

Yes. FaxToFax.com encrypts documents in transit (TLS 1.2+) and at rest, keeps an append-only audit log, and has safeguards built for PIPEDA, PHIPA, HIPAA and lawyer confidentiality rules. A BAA is available on Business plans.

How much does it cost to fax online with fax-online.ca?

The Personal plan is $4.99 for the first month, then $18.99/mo for 200 pages. The Business plan is $14.99 for the first month, then $39.99/mo for 500 pages and 5 users. You can cancel online any time.

Do I need to install anything?

No. fax-online.ca works in your web browser on a computer or phone. Attach a PDF, JPG or PNG, enter the fax number and send.

How do I know my fax was delivered?

Every fax shows as Delivered, In progress or Failed, and a time-stamped delivery receipt is saved with each delivered fax. Failed faxes don’t use your pages.

What files can I fax with fax-online.ca?

PDF, JPG and PNG. You can also write the document in the composer and add a cover page with your logo and letterhead.

How many people can I fax at once?

Up to 50 recipients per fax. fax-online.ca confirms each number before the fax goes out.

Can I schedule a fax?

Yes. Pick a date and time up to 90 days ahead, and cancel any time before it sends.

Are received faxes sent to my email?

No. Incoming faxes stay in your private, encrypted FaxToFax.com inbox, and you get an alert in the app and browser. Documents are never emailed.

How long does setup take?

Four steps: your email, a one-time code, your fax number, then activate. Most people send their first fax in a few minutes.

Can I cancel any time?

Yes. Cancel online whenever you like. Cancelling stops the next renewal and you keep access until the end of the period you paid for.

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