Yes, you can use an online fax service even if you only need it once. Many people only need to receive a document a single time, such as a signed form, contract, medical record, or verification paperwork. Instead of setting up a fax machine, you can use an online service like FaxBetter to receive the fax digitally.

FaxBetter offers a free account that allows you to receive up to 50 fax pages per month. Once you sign up, you receive a dedicated fax number that others can send documents to. When a fax arrives, you can view it online and get an email notification so you know it’s ready.

This makes FaxBetter a convenient option if you only need to receive a fax one time or occasionally. There’s no hardware required and you can access your faxes from any computer, tablet, or phone.

If you need to send a fax, FaxBetter Premium includes online fax sending.