Fax at Kinko's (Now FedEx Office): Updated 2026 Guide

By David Thompson · Published November 8, 2025 · Updated June 8, 2026 · 7 min read

If you're searching for "Kinko's fax" — you're not alone. Millions still remember faxing at Kinko's, but the name changed nearly two decades ago. Kinko's is now FedEx Office, and yes, most locations still offer fax services starting at around $1.89 per page.

But if you'd rather skip the drive, you can fax from your phone in under 2 minutes with mFax.to — no store visit required.

Quick answer

• Kinko's no longer exists as a brand. FedEx acquired it in 2004 and rebranded all locations to FedEx Office in 2008.
• You can still fax at former Kinko's locations — they're now called FedEx Office.
• Local faxes cost $1.89–$2.49 per page. International starts around $5.99.
• 2,000+ FedEx Office locations across the U.S. offer faxing, but not every store has a machine — call ahead.
• Faster option: Use the mFax app to fax from your phone or computer in minutes.

What happened to Kinko's?

Paul Orfalea founded Kinko's in 1970 near UC Santa Barbara with a single copy machine and a $5,000 loan. The name came from his college nickname "Kinko" (a reference to his curly hair). By the early 2000s, Kinko's had grown to roughly 1,200 locations and was the go-to place for copying, printing, and faxing.

In February 2004, FedEx acquired Kinko's for $2.4 billion and rebranded the stores to "FedEx Kinko's." Then in June 2008, FedEx dropped the Kinko's name entirely. Every location became FedEx Office.

The transition is complete — but search engines still see hundreds of thousands of monthly searches for "Kinko's fax." Old habits die hard.

Can you still fax at Kinko's (FedEx Office)?

Yes. FedEx Office locations offer both self-service and counter-assisted faxing. You can send local, domestic, and international faxes. Most locations also let you receive faxes — just ask the staff for the store's fax number.

However, not every FedEx Office has a fax machine. Before making the trip, call your local store or check the FedEx Office locator to confirm fax availability.

FedEx Office (Kinko's) fax pricing

FedEx Office doesn't publish a single national price list for faxing, but here's what most stores charge:

What's included:

• Self-service or staff-assisted faxing at most locations.
• Transmission receipt as proof of delivery.

What's not included:

• Travel time, gas, and parking.
• Wait time during peak hours.
• Cover page surcharge ($0.50–$1.00 at some locations).
• Sales tax (varies by state).

How to fax at FedEx Office (formerly Kinko's)

1. Bring your documents printed and ready. FedEx Office fax machines require paper originals. You cannot fax directly from a USB drive or email — but you can print from those first at the self-service station.
2. Head to the self-service area or counter. Most stores have self-service fax machines near the copiers.
3. Enter the destination fax number. Include the area code for domestic faxes. For international, dial the country code first.
4. Place your pages in the feeder tray (face-up or face-down per the machine label).
5. Send and wait for the confirmation page. Keep this receipt — it proves your fax was delivered.
6. Pay at the counter based on the number of pages and destination type.

Tip: Prepare a fax cover sheet before you go. Generate one for free at mFax.to/fax-cover-sheet and print it at home or at the store.

The faster way: fax from your phone with mFax

Skip the trip to FedEx Office entirely. The mFax app lets you send a fax from anywhere in under 2 minutes.

1. Download the mFax app on iOS or Android, or open mFax.to in any browser.
2. Tap Send Fax and enter the recipient's fax number (include +1 for U.S./Canada).
3. Upload your document — import a PDF from your files, or scan paper pages with the built-in camera scanner.
4. Add a cover page (optional) — or generate one free with our cover sheet generator.
5. Hit Send. You'll get real-time status updates and a delivery confirmation.

Kinko's vs. mFax: at a glance

Privacy at public fax machines

Faxing at a FedEx Office location means your documents pass through a shared machine. Pages can sit in the output tray where other customers or staff can see them. For sensitive documents like medical records, legal contracts, or tax forms, this is a real concern.

With mFax, your files are transmitted over encrypted HTTPS/TLS connections. Only you can access your fax history and documents. For healthcare teams that need HIPAA compliance, mFax Business includes encryption, BAA, and audit logging.

Other places to fax near you

If there's no FedEx Office nearby, these retailers also offer faxing:

• Fax at FedEx Office — detailed pricing and step-by-step guide
• Fax at The UPS Store — 5,000+ locations
• Fax at Staples — self-service fax available
• Fax at Office Depot — often cheaper per page
• Fax at the Library — sometimes free for local faxes
• Fax Near Me — all options — our complete guide

Or skip the trip entirely: mFax.to works from any phone, tablet, or computer.

Send your fax now

Instead of driving to what used to be Kinko's, open the mFax app or visit mFax.to in your browser. Upload your document, enter the fax number, and send. You'll get a delivery confirmation in minutes — not hours.

For business teams, mFax Business offers virtual fax numbers, team accounts, and HIPAA-ready compliance starting at about $9/mo (billed annually). You build your own plan with a live calculator — pick the exact seats and pages you need and pay only for what you use, with no rigid fixed tiers.