How to Fax a Word Document Online
Have a .docx or .doc file you need to fax? Upload it directly to OneFaxNow -- no need to convert to PDF, no printing, no fax machine. Enter the fax number, pay, and your Word document is delivered to any U.S. or Canada fax machine in minutes.
Two ways to fax a Word document
OneFaxNow gives you two options for faxing Word documents. Both work -- pick the one that fits your situation.
Upload DOCX directly
FastestUpload your .docx or .doc file as-is. OneFaxNow converts it to a fax-optimized format on the server. No extra steps on your end.
Best for: Quick faxing when formatting is straightforward -- letters, forms, simple documents.
Save as PDF first, then upload
Most controlOpen your document in Word, go to File > Save As (or Export), choose PDF, then upload the PDF to OneFaxNow. This lets you preview exactly what will be faxed.
Best for: Documents with complex layouts, custom fonts, or when you want pixel-perfect control.
What you'll need
Word document
.docx or .doc (up to 20MB)
Fax number
U.S. or Canada number
Email address
For delivery confirmation
Payment
Card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay
Step-by-step: Fax a Word document online
Open OneFaxNow
Go to OneFaxNow.com in any browser -- phone, tablet, or computer. No account creation, no sign-up. You go straight to the fax form.
Tip: Sending medical records or other sensitive documents? Toggle HIPAA mode at the top of the form for encrypted transmission with an instant BAA.
Upload your Word document
Tap "Choose Files" and select your .docx or .doc file. OneFaxNow accepts Word documents directly -- you do not need to convert to PDF first.
You can upload up to 15 files (50 pages total) if you have multiple documents to fax together.
Tip: Mixing file types? You can upload Word documents, PDFs, photos, and TXT files in the same fax. They are all merged into one transmission.
Enter fax number and email
Type the recipient's U.S. or Canada fax number. The form auto-formats as you type -- just enter the digits.
Enter your email address to receive a delivery confirmation when the fax goes through. Optionally toggle "Add Cover Page" to include sender/recipient details and a message.
Tip: Double-check the fax number. A wrong digit sends your document to the wrong machine.
Pay and send
Review your fax details -- number, email, page count, and price -- then tap "Pay & Send".
Pay with credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. Your payment is authorized but not charged until the fax is delivered successfully.
Pay-on-success guarantee: If the fax fails after 3 automatic retries, the authorization is released and you're never charged.
Track delivery
After payment, you'll see a live status page that updates in real time: Sending → Delivered.
- Watch transmission progress live
- Automatic retries if the line is busy (up to 3 attempts)
- Email confirmation when delivery is complete
DOCX vs PDF: which should you upload?
Both formats work. Here is when to use each.
- Fastest -- skip the conversion step entirely
- No risk of PDF export errors
- Works with both .docx and legacy .doc
- Cannot preview exact fax output
- Custom fonts may render differently
Best for: Simple documents, letters, and forms
- WYSIWYG -- PDF is exactly what gets faxed
- Preserves exact formatting and fonts
- Auto-optimized for fax quality
- Extra step: File > Save As > PDF
- Some Word exports break formatting (rare)
Best for: Contracts, complex docs, and when formatting matters
Tips for faxing Word documents
Use standard fonts
Stick to Arial, Times New Roman, or Calibri. Custom or decorative fonts may not render correctly in the fax.
Check your margins
Use standard 1-inch margins. Narrow margins may cause text to be cut off at the edges of the fax.
Embedded images work
Photos, logos, and graphics in your Word document are included in the fax. Keep images at 300 DPI or higher for best quality.
Remove macros and passwords
Macro-enabled (.docm) and password-protected documents should be saved as regular .docx before uploading.
Why OneFaxNow for Word documents
Native DOCX support
Upload .docx and .doc files directly. No conversion, no add-ins, no extra software.
No subscription
Pay per fax, not per month. $3.50 for 1-10 pages on web, $3.99 via the app. No recurring charges, no credit packs.
Under 5 minutes
Upload your Word doc, fill in the number, pay, done. Most faxes are delivered within 60 seconds of sending.
Mixed file uploads
Fax Word documents alongside PDFs, photos, and text files in one transmission. Up to 15 files and 50 pages per fax.
HIPAA on demand
Toggle HIPAA mode for medical Word documents. Encrypted transmission, auto-deletion, audit trail, and instant BAA.
Works on any device
Fax your Word document from iPhone, Android, Mac, PC, or Chromebook. Any device with a browser works.
Simple pricing
Lite
1-10 pages
$3.50
$3.99 via iOS app
HIPAA add-on: +$3
Standard
11-50 pages
$5.00
$5.99 via iOS app
HIPAA add-on: +$5
Pay only on successful delivery. Authorization released on failure.
Frequently asked questions
Can I fax a Word document without converting to PDF?
Yes. OneFaxNow accepts .docx and .doc files directly. Upload your Word document, enter the fax number, and send. No PDF conversion step required.
What Word file formats are accepted?
OneFaxNow accepts .docx (Word 2007 and later) and .doc (Word 97-2003) files. Macro-enabled documents (.docm) should be saved as regular .docx before uploading.
Should I upload DOCX directly or save as PDF first?
Both work. Uploading DOCX directly is faster and skips the conversion step. Saving as PDF first gives you a preview of exactly what will be faxed -- recommended for documents with complex formatting, custom fonts, or detailed layouts.
What happens to my Word document formatting when faxed?
OneFaxNow converts your Word document to a fax-optimized format on the server. Standard fonts and layouts are preserved accurately. Complex formatting with custom fonts may look slightly different -- if exact formatting matters, save as PDF first and upload that.
How much does it cost to fax a Word document?
On the web: $3.50 for 1-10 pages, $5.00 for 11-50 pages. Via the iOS app: $3.99 and $5.99 respectively. HIPAA add-on available for medical documents. You only pay on successful delivery.
Can I fax a Word document with images and tables?
Yes. Embedded images, tables, charts, and graphics in your Word document are all included in the fax. For best quality, keep images at 300 DPI or higher and use standard page margins.
Can I fax a Word document from my phone?
Yes. Open OneFaxNow.com in your phone's browser and upload the .docx file from your phone's storage, iCloud Drive, Google Drive, or Dropbox. The entire process works on mobile.
Ready to fax your Word document?
Upload your .docx file and send in under 5 minutes. No conversion, no account, no fax machine.