GIF to FAX Converter
Convert GIF images to FAX transmission format online
Fax Transmission Ready
The FAX format meets fax machine encoding standards — your converted image can be transmitted through any fax infrastructure directly.
Online Processing
No fax software needed on your computer. Convertio generates the FAX file on its servers — upload and download through the browser.
Private Handling
Your GIF is removed from servers right after conversion. The FAX output is deleted within 24 hours for document security.
How to convert GIF to FAX
Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.
Choose fax or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)
Let the file convert and you can download your fax file right afterwards
About formats
Frequently Asked Questions
FAX format encodes images with fax-standard compression — producing files ready for fax transmission, fax servers, and document management systems.
Fax machines, fax server software, HylaFAX, and document management systems handle FAX format for sending, receiving, and archiving faxed documents.
Yes — fax encoding produces black-and-white images at fax resolution. Color and grayscale from the GIF are converted to a monochrome threshold.
Fax images typically use 204x196 DPI (fine mode) or 204x98 DPI (standard mode), matching the specifications of fax machine hardware.
Yes — healthcare, legal, government, and financial sectors still rely on fax for secure document transmission in many countries.