Frequently Asked Questions

Temporary emails generated by OneTimeEmail last for 10 minutes by default. After this time, the email address and all received messages are automatically deleted for your privacy and security. This duration is designed to give you enough time to receive verification emails or sign up for services while ensuring your data doesn't linger unnecessarily.

Yes, OneTimeEmail is completely free to use. There are no registration requirements, no hidden fees, no premium plans, and no subscription costs. Our service will always remain free as we believe privacy protection should be accessible to everyone without financial barriers.

No registration or account creation is required. Simply visit our website and click 'Generate Your Inbox' to get a temporary email address instantly. This approach ensures complete anonymity and protects your privacy by not collecting any personal information.

Currently, all temporary emails expire after 10 minutes for security and privacy reasons. This fixed duration ensures your data is not stored longer than necessary and maintains optimal privacy protection. If you need a longer-lasting email solution, consider using multiple temporary emails in sequence.

Yes, OneTimeEmail prioritizes your privacy above all else. We don't track users, store personal information, require registration, or use tracking cookies. All emails are automatically deleted after 10 minutes, and we employ zero-knowledge architecture where even our administrators cannot access your email content.

Temporary emails are perfect for online registrations, free trials, software downloads, newsletter signups, testing applications, avoiding spam, accessing gated content, one-time verifications, and any situation where you don't want to use your real email address. They're ideal for maintaining privacy while accessing digital services.

You can receive most types of emails including verification emails, newsletters, notifications, and confirmations. We automatically block spam and malicious content for security. Emails larger than 1MB may be rejected for performance reasons, and we filter out suspicious content to protect users.

OneTimeEmail uses enterprise-grade security including HTTPS/TLS encryption, secure cloud hosting on Vercel, automatic data deletion, and follows security best practices. We employ multiple layers of protection including rate limiting, content filtering, HMAC signature verification, and automated vulnerability monitoring.

Yes, you can receive emails with attachments, but there are size limitations for performance and security reasons. Attachments are automatically scanned for malware, and the total email size (including attachments) cannot exceed 1MB. Attachments are deleted along with the email after 10 minutes.

When you generate a temporary email, you'll be taken to an inbox page that automatically refreshes to show new emails. You'll see emails appear in real-time as they arrive. The inbox displays the sender, subject, and timestamp of each received email.

If someone sends an email to an expired temporary address, they will receive an automated bounce notification explaining that the mailbox does not exist or has expired. This helps senders understand that their email wasn't delivered and maintains the temporary nature of our service.

You can generate new temporary emails whenever you need them, but each email address is independent with its own 10-minute lifespan. If you need multiple addresses simultaneously, you can open multiple browser tabs or windows, each with its own temporary email.

Currently, OneTimeEmail is available in English. However, you can receive emails in any language - our service processes emails in all character sets and languages. The interface language support may be expanded in future updates based on user demand.

OneTimeEmail focuses on privacy, security, and simplicity. We offer transparent privacy practices, comprehensive security measures, no tracking or data collection, automatic HTTPS encryption, reliable email delivery, and a clean, user-friendly interface. Our commitment to keeping the service completely free also sets us apart.

Yes, OneTimeEmail can be used for legitimate business purposes such as testing email functionalities, creating demo accounts, accessing research materials, or signing up for business tools and services. However, ensure compliance with the terms of service of the platforms you're registering with.

If you're not receiving expected emails, check that the sender has the correct temporary email address, ensure the email isn't blocked by size or content filters, verify that the 10-minute window hasn't expired, and check if the sender's email service is working properly. You can also try generating a new temporary email if needed.