FAX to BMP Converter

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Move FAX documents to BMP format — accessible without specialized fax software or legacy hardware.

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FAX uploads are erased upon completion. BMP results are automatically purged from servers within 24 hours.

Batch Processing

Upload multiple FAX files at once. Each converts to BMP independently — download them all when ready.

How to convert FAX to BMP

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose bmp or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your bmp file right afterwards

About formats

FAX is a generic image file extension associated with facsimile transmission formats standardized by the ITU-T (formerly CCITT), with the underlying Group 3 compression standard ratified in 1980. FAX files typically contain monochrome (1-bit, black and white) image data compressed using the Modified Huffman (MH) encoding defined in ITU-T Recommendation T.4, which assigns variable-length codes to run lengths of consecutive white or black pixels along each scanline. The standard resolution for Group 3 fax is 204x98 dpi (normal mode) or 204x196 dpi (fine mode), reflecting the capabilities of thermal and laser fax machines of the era. FAX files encountered digitally are often raw Group 3 encoded bitstreams or TIFF wrappers with CCITT Group 3 compression (TIFF compression tag 3). The Group 3 encoding scheme is highly efficient for typical business documents — pages with mostly white space and black text — achieving compression ratios of 10:1 to 20:1 compared to uncompressed bitmaps. One advantage is universal fax system compatibility: Group 3 encoding is the mandatory baseline for all fax machines worldwide, meaning FAX files contain data in exactly the format transmitted over telephone lines, preserving the original fax data without transcoding losses. The format's role in business communications history provides another dimension — billions of fax transmissions using this encoding moved legal documents, medical records, and business correspondence for decades, and archived FAX files represent an important documentary record. FAX images can be viewed and converted using LibreOffice, ImageMagick, GIMP, and standard document management systems.
Developer: ITU-T
Initial release: 1980
BMP (Bitmap) is a raster image file format developed by Microsoft for the Windows operating system, introduced with Windows 3.0 in 1990. The format stores pixel data in a straightforward structure: a file header specifying dimensions, color depth, and compression method, followed by an optional color palette and then the raw pixel array. BMP supports color depths from 1-bit monochrome through 4-bit and 8-bit indexed color to 16-bit, 24-bit true color, and 32-bit with alpha channel. Most BMP files store pixels uncompressed (BI_RGB), though optional RLE compression is available for 4-bit and 8-bit modes. Pixels are arranged in bottom-up row order by default, with each row padded to a 4-byte boundary. One advantage is absolute simplicity — the format has no complex encoding, filtering, or compression layers, making BMP files trivial to read and write programmatically in any language. This simplicity also means BMP images render with zero decoding overhead, useful in scenarios where decompression latency matters. The format's deep Windows integration is another strength: BMP is the native bitmap format for Windows GDI, clipboard operations, and device-independent bitmap (DIB) handling, ensuring first-class support across the entire Windows ecosystem. While BMP's lack of compression produces large files unsuitable for web use or storage-constrained environments, it remains widely used as an intermediate format in image processing, as a clipboard exchange format, and in embedded systems where decoding simplicity outweighs file size.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: 1990

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert FAX to BMP?

Converting FAX to BMP makes fax content viewable on any device — no specialized fax software required.

What programs handle BMP?

BMP files can be opened with Windows Paint, any image viewer, or web browser.

Does the BMP output keep original clarity?

The conversion engine preserves every pixel of the FAX original. Your BMP output matches the source quality.

Is the FAX to BMP tool free?

Standard usage is free. Premium plans are available for users who need higher throughput and faster speeds.

Can I upload several FAX files together?

Multiple FAX files can be uploaded together. Each is processed individually and produces its own BMP output.

What happens to my files after conversion?

Your original FAX upload is deleted right after processing. The converted BMP file is removed within 24 hours.

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