Google Doesn't Have a Fax Service. Here's What Works Instead.
No Gmail add-on. No Google Voice workaround. No subscription. Just upload, send, and pay only if it delivers.
If you searched “Google Fax” expecting Google to offer a fax service, you're not alone. Millions of people search this term every month. The truth is Google has never offered a native fax service — and likely never will. Gmail, Google Voice, Google Docs, and Google Drive all lack built-in fax capability. Third-party add-ons exist, but every one requires creating an account and paying a subscription. OneFaxNow is different: upload your document, enter the fax number, pay, and send. No account. No subscription. No Google Workspace add-on required.
TL;DR: Google does not have a fax service. Third-party Gmail and Drive add-ons require paid accounts. OneFaxNow lets you send a fax in 60 seconds from any browser for a flat $3.50 — no account or subscription needed.
The Truth About “Google Fax”
None of these Google products can send a fax on their own
Gmail
No fax featureGmail is email only. Third-party services (Fax.Plus, eFax) let you compose an email to a special address like number@fax.plus, but you need a paid account with that service first.
Google Voice
Cannot send faxesGoogle Voice uses SIP protocol for voice calls and texts. Fax requires T.30/T.38 protocols, which are fundamentally incompatible. Google has no plans to add fax support.
Google Docs & Drive
No fax integrationGoogle Docs format is not compatible with fax services. You must export to PDF first, then upload to a separate fax service. Workspace add-ons streamline this but still require a third-party subscription.
Workspace Marketplace
Third-party add-ons onlyFax add-ons like Fax.Plus, eFaxing, and WiseFax are available, but every one requires creating an account and paying separately. They are wrappers around other services, not Google products.
Google Add-ons vs. OneFaxNow
Why install an add-on when you can just send a fax?
| Criterion | OneFaxNow | Google Fax Add-ons |
|---|---|---|
| Account required | No — start instantly | Yes — create account with third-party service |
| Subscription | None — pay per fax only | Most require monthly plans ($7.99–$15.83/mo) |
| Cost for one 5-page fax | $3.50 flat | $0 (limited free trial) to $15.83/mo + overages |
| HIPAA & BAA | Per-send HIPAA mode with instant BAA ($6.50 or $10.00) | Varies; most add-ons lack HIPAA compliance |
| Setup time | Under 60 seconds — upload and send | Install add-on, create account, configure, then send |
| Charge model | Pay only on successful delivery | Monthly charge or per-page regardless of delivery |
| Works without Google | Yes — any browser, any device | No — requires Google Workspace |
| Coverage | U.S. & Canada | Varies by provider; some support international |
Sources: Google Workspace Marketplace listings for Fax.Plus, eFaxing, WiseFax, HelloFax. OneFaxNow product docs. Last verified: Feb 2026. (Google Workspace Marketplace, Fax.Plus)
When Do You Actually Need a Google Add-On?
Compare the key differences to find the right solution
When a Google Workspace Add-On Makes Sense
You fax regularly from Gmail
and want email-to-fax convenience every week
You need a dedicated inbound fax number
to receive faxes into your Google account
You send faxes internationally
to numbers outside the U.S. and Canada
When OneFaxNow Is the Faster Choice
You need to send one fax right now
without creating an account or installing anything
You want flat pricing for up to 50 pages
instead of per-page fees that add up on longer documents
You need HIPAA compliance for this fax only
with an instant BAA and exportable audit logs
You want to pay only if the fax delivers
with authorize-first, capture-on-success billing
Why Skip the Google Add-Ons?
If you only need to send one fax, add-ons create unnecessary friction
No account to create
Every Google fax add-on requires signing up with a third-party service. OneFaxNow needs nothing — just upload your file and go.
Flat pricing, no surprises
$3.50 for 1–10 pages or $5.00 for 11–50 pages. No per-page fees that add up on multi-page documents.
60-second workflow
Upload your document (PDF, Word, JPG, PNG, or TIF), enter the fax number, pay, and track delivery in real time. Done.
HIPAA when you need it
Toggle HIPAA mode for $6.50 (1–10 pages) or $10.00 (11–50 pages). You get an instant, digitally signed BAA, encryption, audit logs, and secure file deletion.
Pay only on success
Your card is authorized upfront but charged only after the fax delivers successfully. If it fails, you pay nothing.
Works everywhere
Any browser, any device. Not locked into Google Workspace. Apple Pay and Google Pay supported at checkout.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Google have a fax service?
No. Google does not offer any native fax service. Gmail, Google Voice, Google Docs, and Google Drive have zero built-in fax capabilities. All solutions branded as "Google Fax" use third-party providers that require separate paid accounts.
Can I fax from Gmail?
Not directly. Gmail has no fax feature. Third-party services like Fax.Plus or eFax let you compose an email to a special address (e.g., number@fax.plus) to trigger a fax, but you need a paid account with that third-party service. OneFaxNow lets you send a fax from any browser without any email integration or account.
Can Google Voice send faxes?
No. Google Voice uses SIP protocol for voice calls and text messages. Fax transmission requires T.30 or T.38 protocols, which are fundamentally incompatible with Google Voice. Google has no plans to add fax support.
What is the cheapest way to fax without a subscription?
OneFaxNow charges a flat $3.50 for 1–10 pages or $5.00 for 11–50 pages, with no account or subscription required. Per-page services may appear cheaper, but a 50-page fax at $0.10/page costs $5.00 — the same as OneFaxNow’s flat rate, but those services typically require a subscription.
Is faxing from OneFaxNow HIPAA compliant?
Yes. Toggle HIPAA mode for $6.50 (1–10 pages) or $10.00 (11–50 pages). You get an instant, digitally signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA), end-to-end encryption, exportable audit logs, and secure file deletion after transmission.
What file formats can I fax?
OneFaxNow accepts PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, JPG, PNG, and TIF files. You can upload up to 15 files (50 pages total, 20 MB per file). Multiple files are automatically merged into a single fax.
What happens if my fax doesn’t go through?
You are not charged. OneFaxNow uses authorize-then-capture billing: your payment method is authorized upfront, but the charge is only captured after the fax delivers successfully. If delivery fails after automatic retries, the authorization is released and you pay nothing.
Skip the Google Workarounds. Send Your Fax Now.
No Google Workspace add-on. No third-party account. Upload your document, enter the fax number, and send. You only pay if it delivers.