A popular feature that makes this solution so valuable is your free online fax number. There are no set ups required, you don’t need an extra phone line or even a land line. These services allow you to send an e-mail to a fax number or receive fax via e-mail without having to do any technical configurations.
When you sign up, providers let you choose from vanity, local or toll-free fax number and when you finish the sign up process your number is activated instantly. If you already have a number that you are using then you can also contact the provider to have it transferred to their internet faxing service.