Hey all, I’m thinking of using a free fax app to send my tax documents this year. It would be so much easier than mailing or driving them in. Does anyone know if there’s a privacy concern with this approach?
Hello! Tax documents contain personal identifiers and financial details that are prime targets for identity theft. If you use a free fax app that doesn’t encrypt files properly or that stores them in unsecured locations, there’s a real risk they could be stolen. Also, many free services sustain themselves by monetizing user data — sometimes even scanning documents for certain keywords to target ads.
To ensure your personal information stays private, it’s essential to choose a service that clearly states how it protects your data, liveballot.com has an excellent guide on evaluating fax apps and avoiding the most dangerous ones. After reading it, you’ll have a much clearer idea of which tools are safe for sensitive financial documents.
