Where to send a fax
Online vs The UPS Store, FedEx Office, and Staples
Walk-in fax counters still work, but they charge per page, close at night, and put your paperwork in someone else's hands. Here's an honest comparison — and a way to send the same fax from where you're sitting for a flat $2.99.
- No sign-up required
- File deleted after sending
- 256-bit encryption
- Pay only if delivered
- $2.99 flat
- No per-page math
- ~1 minute
- No drive, no queue
- Anywhere
- Phone or laptop, 24/7
Fax options compared
In-store prices are set locally and change often, so treat retail figures as typical ranges and call ahead before you drive.
| Option | Typical cost | Availability | What you need | Privacy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FaxASAP (online) | $2.99 flat per fax | 24/7, from any device | No account, no subscription | Encrypted in transit, file deleted after sending |
| The UPS Store | Typically $1.50–$2.50 per page, plus a connection fee at some locations | Store hours; often closed evenings and Sundays | Bring printed pages | Staff handle your document at the counter |
| FedEx Office | Per-page pricing at the counter or self-service station | Store hours; some locations open late | Bring printed pages or a USB drive | Documents may pass through a shared self-service machine |
| Staples | Per-page pricing at the print and marketing counter | Store hours | Bring printed pages | Staff-assisted at the print desk |
| Public library or pharmacy | Small per-page fee where offered | Limited hours, availability varies by branch | Bring printed pages | Shared public equipment |
FaxASAP (online)
Live delivery tracking from upload to confirmation.
The UPS Store
Pricing is set per franchise, so it varies location to location.
FedEx Office
Convenient if you're already printing or shipping there.
Staples
Not every Staples still offers fax service — call ahead.
Public library or pharmacy
Cheapest local option when it's available, but least predictable.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I send a fax near me?
The most common walk-in options are The UPS Store, FedEx Office, some Staples print counters, public libraries, and pharmacies. All are per-page and limited to store hours. Sending online removes the trip entirely.
Is it cheaper to fax at a store or online?
In-store faxing is usually $1.50–$2.50 per page, so a three-page document often costs more than a flat $2.99 online fax. For a single page, prices are comparable — the difference is the drive and the wait.
How do I send a fax without a fax machine?
Upload a PDF or photo of your document, enter the destination fax number, and pay. FaxASAP converts the file and dials the receiving machine over the phone network, then confirms delivery.
Is online faxing safe for tax, medical, or legal paperwork?
Your file is encrypted in transit and permanently deleted from storage once transmission finishes, so nothing is left behind on a shared store computer or printer queue.
Skip the store trip
Send the same fax in about a minute for a flat $2.99, with live delivery tracking.