No new accounts
Avoid connecting Dropbox or inviting collaborators for a single fax.
1Fax vs Dropbox Fax
Send paperwork without spinning up a Dropbox workspace
Dropbox Fax ties into shared folders and team collaboration. 1Fax keeps things simple for contractors and consumers who just need to send now.
Why compare Dropbox Fax and 1Fax?
Dropbox Fax—formerly HelloFax—extends Dropbox storage to support incoming and outgoing faxes. It is great for teams already managing files in Dropbox, but casual senders still have to create an account, connect storage, and maintain a subscription. 1Fax removes that friction so one-off faxes do not require file migrations or new logins.
Quick comparison
| Category | 1Fax | Dropbox Fax |
|---|---|---|
| Workflow | Upload directly from device, pay, and send | Requires Dropbox account and shared folder permissions |
| Cost | Starts at $1 for two pages, $0.50 per extra page | Subscription plans bundled with Dropbox storage tiers |
| Document storage | Auto deletion after send | Files stored in Dropbox until archived or deleted |
Why send with 1Fax
Privacy by design
Documents never persist beyond delivery, helping you stay compliant with confidentiality requirements.
Fast confirmations
Receive real-time updates and share them with clients or agencies instantly.
How Dropbox Fax works
Dropbox Fax syncs faxed documents to your Dropbox account. That is perfect for teams already using shared folders to organize paperwork.
However, if you only need to send one contract, onboarding an entire Dropbox workspace can be overkill.
How 1Fax compares
1Fax focuses on quick turnaround. Upload from your device or cloud drive, pay securely, and track status without linking third-party storage.
It is the fastest way to get a fax out when the rest of your workflow already lives in tools like Google Drive or email.
Use 1Fax when
You are outside the Dropbox ecosystem
There is no need to create new folders or invite teammates just to send paperwork.
You only fax occasionally
Skip ongoing Dropbox Fax charges when you might only send a handful of documents this year.
FAQs
Can I upload from Dropbox into 1Fax?
Yes. Download the file or use your browser's file picker to select documents from any synced folder, then upload normally.
In summary
Dropbox Fax is powerful when your organization already lives in Dropbox. For everyone else, 1Fax offers the simplest path to send a secure fax without extra software.