Send legal documents by fax online
Courts, counterparties, and registries still require fax for official submissions. GoFaxNow lets legal professionals send documents securely from any device — no dedicated fax line, no hardware, and no account required.
Why legal professionals still use fax
Fax remains a legally recognised submission channel in many jurisdictions for court filings, service of process, and regulated correspondence. Unlike email, a fax transmission creates a time-stamped transmission log and is accepted by courts and registries that do not process electronic submissions.
- Service of process: many courts and process servers accept or require fax
- Contract execution: signed agreements transmitted by fax retain legal standing
- Regulatory filings: some agencies mandate fax for official submissions
- Client confidentiality: document is not stored in a cloud inbox visible to third parties
Security and privacy for legal documents
GoFaxNow is built with strict privacy principles. Your documents are encrypted during upload and never archived. Transmitted faxes are automatically deleted within 2 hours. The service operates under GDPR and does not retain, analyse, or share client documents. No account means no breach risk from compromised credentials.
What types of legal documents can be faxed?
GoFaxNow accepts PDF, JPG, and PNG files up to 5 pages per fax. Suitable documents include:
- Signed contracts and agreements
- Court filings and pleadings
- Notices and letters before action
- Powers of attorney
- Settlement offers and correspondence
Frequently asked questions
Is online fax legally equivalent to sending from a physical machine?
In most jurisdictions the fax transmission reaches the recipient via the same telephone network, making it legally equivalent. Always confirm with the receiving organisation if you have a specific compliance requirement.
Are my client documents kept private?
Yes. GoFaxNow does not store, archive, or share any documents. Files are deleted within 2 hours of transmission and are never processed beyond what is required to dispatch the fax.
Can I fax more than 5 pages?
GoFaxNow currently supports up to 5 pages per fax. For longer documents, split them into multiple separate transmissions.
Do I need a dedicated fax number to send?
No. GoFaxNow only needs the recipient's fax number. You do not need to own or register a fax number yourself.