How To Sign Up for Efax

Few years ago, the fastest way of sending document copies was through the fax machine. This equipment actually operated with a telephone line to transmit the photocopy of a manuscript that is then received by the recipient on the other end. A fax machine set up consists of a telephone set connected to a landline. The phone set is equipped with a machine with a photocopier lens inside that takes photos of documents transmitted through the system. With the advent of the computer and Internet however, you do not need the fax apparatus anymore to send emails because of the new system called eFax. With this operating procedure, you just need to hook up to the Internet and presto – the receiver will immediately receive the printed copy from his machine. Indeed eFax has made it easier for you to send and receive emails with no more hassle of inserting the paper in the fax apparatus for transmission.

Now in order to avail of eFax service, you need to create an online account. Here are tips on how to sign up for eFax:

* Prepare requirements. For the purpose of hooking up with eFax service, you need an Internet connection, a valid and active email address and a functional personal computer (either desk top or laptop).
* Log on to eFax website. Select which account type suits your needs and preferences. Your decision will depend on your purpose of using eFax. To use eFax both ways, that is sending and receiving a number of faxes in a month, you may sign up for an account with partial accessibility, just the right type to accommodate your minimum requirement. On the other hand, if you think you will be using eFax more frequently, use the “Plus” account type so all your transmission needs will be met.

* Sign up with eFax service network. Provide all facts necessary about yourself along with your telephone number, mailing address and email address.
* Submit application. By clicking the OK or SEND button, your application is sent. After a few seconds of processing the website will send you a confirmation email to which you have to respond. Sign in with your email address and check the confirmation notice from the eFax website. The email will contain instructions for you to follow so your registration will be complete.
* Send an eFax. Email a document by affixing a file to a new email. Send the eFax to the email address of the receiver, Include his fax number to which you need to add the appendage: @efaxsend.com. The receiver will get a copy of the facsimile straight from his fax machine. You will also get the same results when someone sends you an eFax document.
* Receive an eFax. Check your email for eFax messages. Click the eFax email and open the attached document to get a printed copy from your fax machine. Aside from using your email to get access to your eFax mails, you can also use your eFax account for the same purpose.


What a convenient way of transmitting duplicates of your documents! Now you can learn more about eFax through radio and television advertisements. Most of these ads offer promo services to prospective subscribers. If you already have an eFax account and you think the account type is not meeting your requirement, you can upgrade to a higher account anytime.