ActFax review
A feature-rich Windows fax server for teams that need on-premises control.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
ActFax is a client/server fax server for organizations that need to send, receive, route, archive, and forward faxes across a network. The Windows-based server supports workstation clients, Windows application faxing through a printer driver, and integrations from Unix and Linux systems. It is aimed at teams that want an on-premises fax workflow with control over routing, hardware, email processing, and document retention rather than a narrowly focused desktop fax utility.
The published plans use a one-time licensing model. Full Version 1 User costs €315.35 and includes one server, one client, and two years of software updates. Full Version 3 User costs €529.55, while Full Version 5 User costs €791.35; each includes one server, the stated number of clients, and two years of software updates. The catalog also lists 10-user, 20-user, 50-user, and unlimited-user versions, each with one server and two years of software updates. A free 30-day technical trial is available, but there is no free plan. This structure suits organizations that prefer upfront licensing, though the starting cost is substantial for small deployments.
ActFax’s strongest case is its breadth of server controls. It can process email-to-fax through POP3 and IMAP, route faxes by extension number, sender ID, and line, forward received faxes by email, and archive them automatically. Hardware support covers fax modems, ISDN adapters, and Brooktrout/Dialogic fax boards, with additional VoIP/FoIP and gateway integrations. Active Directory, Outlook, Exchange, ODBC, VMware ESX, Citrix XenServer, Hyper-V, etherFax, RingCentral, and eFax Corporate extend its ecosystem fit. TLS/SSL encryption and two-factor authentication add security controls. Choose ActFax when Windows hosting and on-premises administration are priorities; teams seeking a non-Windows fax server or a lower-cost entry point should consider alternatives.
ActFax pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Email-to-fax, automated routing, forwarding, and archiving
- Supports modems, ISDN adapters, and Brooktrout/Dialogic fax boards
- TLS/SSL encryption, two-factor authentication, and broad integrations
- Where it doesn't
- The fax server must run on Windows
- Starting price is €315.35 as a one-time purchase
- Higher user tiers do not show prices here
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