The best Android fax apps let you send and receive faxes directly from your phone — no machine, no trip to the store. We tested six top options and ranked them by ease of use, pricing, HIPAA compliance, and Android-specific quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I send a fax from my Android phone?
Yes. Android fax apps like mFax, Fax.Plus, and iFax let you send faxes directly from your phone — no fax machine required. Upload a PDF or snap a photo, enter the fax number, and send. Most apps deliver faxes in under two minutes with a delivery confirmation.
Is there a free fax app for Android?
Fax.Plus offers a permanently free plan with 10 pages total (not monthly). FaxBurner has a free tier with 25 inbound and 5 outbound pages, though the free fax number expires after 24 hours. For occasional one-off faxes without a subscription, [mFax.to](https://mfax.to) offers pay-as-you-go pricing so you only pay when you actually send.
Which Android fax apps are HIPAA compliant?
mFax, iFax, Fax.Plus (enterprise tier), and eFax all offer HIPAA-compliant faxing for healthcare and legal users. For healthcare professionals, [mFax Business](https://mfax.to/business/) provides end-to-end encryption, audit logs, and BAA agreements starting at $20.99/month.
Do I need a fax number to use an Android fax app?
To receive faxes, yes — you need a virtual fax number, which most apps provide on paid plans. To send faxes only, some apps let you send without a dedicated number. Check our [guide to virtual fax numbers](/blog/virtual-fax-number/) for more detail.
What is the best Android fax app in 2026?
For most users, [mFax.to](https://mfax.to) is the top pick — it has a polished Android app, pay-as-you-go pricing, HIPAA compliance, and a 4.8-star rating with over 5 million users. For a free plan, Fax.Plus is the best option. For maximum security features, iFax is the strongest choice.