Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How long do my temporary email and its messages last?

To ensure user privacy and manage server resources, all emails and the temporary address itself are automatically and permanently deleted after a short period, typically around two hours. This is a security feature designed to prevent your data from persisting online.2

Is TempMailbox.co truly anonymous? What data do you track?

Yes, the service is designed for anonymity. We do not require any registration or personal information to use the service. All associated data, such as your IP address, is not stored after the temporary mailbox is deleted, ensuring your activities remain private.4

Can I recover an email or an address after it is deleted?

No. For your security, deletion is permanent and irreversible. Once an email address is deleted, either manually by you or automatically by our system, all associated messages are gone forever and cannot be retrieved. This is a core feature of a true disposable email service.2

Why do some websites block temporary email addresses?

Some online services block temporary email domains to prevent abuse, such as users creating multiple accounts to exploit free trials. While our domains are regularly updated, you may occasionally encounter a site that does not accept temporary emails. This is a known limitation of using any disposable email service.5

Can I send emails from my temporary address?

Most temporary email services, including this one, are designed as receive-only inboxes. The primary purpose is to receive verification emails and other incoming messages without exposing your real email address.

Is it safe to receive sensitive information like passwords or confirmation codes?

It is strongly advised not to use temporary emails for registering important accounts or receiving highly sensitive data like financial information or permanent account passwords.2 However, the service is perfectly safe and ideal for receiving one-time passwords (OTPs) and verification codes for low-stakes signups, free trials, or website access.6

How is this service free? What is the catch?

There is no catch. The service is 100% free for users and is supported entirely by the advertisements displayed on the website. This funding model allows us to maintain our infrastructure and provide a high-quality service without charging any fees or compromising user data.

Can I choose my own email address name (custom address)?

The ability to create custom email names is typically a premium feature offered by paid services.2 Our free service provides a randomly generated address instantly to ensure speed, availability, and anonymity for all users.

How many temporary emails can I generate?

You can generate a new temporary email address as many times as you need. If you are done with one address or want a new one for a different purpose, you can simply use the "New" or "Change" function to instantly create another one.6

What is the difference between a temp mail and a burner mail?

There is no functional difference. Terms like "temp mail," "burner mail," "disposable email," and "throwaway email" are all synonyms used to describe the same concept: a temporary, self-destructing email address used to protect privacy and avoid spam