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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about creating, managing, and deleting temporary inboxes at Free Temporary Mail.
Updated on December 24, 2025Is Free Temporary Mail free to use?
Yes. Free Temporary Mail is completely free. You can generate temporary email addresses instantly without registration or payment.
What is a temporary email address?
A temporary email address is a short-term inbox that lets you receive emails without using your personal email address.
Do I need to sign up to use Temp Mail?
No sign-up is required. You can start using a temp mail address instantly without creating an account.
How long does a temporary mailbox stay active?
Temporary mailboxes remain active for a limited time. After expiration, the inbox and messages are automatically deleted.
Can I create more than one temporary email address?
Yes. You can generate unlimited temporary email addresses and switch between them anytime.
Can I receive verification or OTP emails?
Yes, most verification and OTP emails are supported. Some websites may block disposable email domains.
Is using a temporary email safe?
Yes. Temp Mail helps protect your privacy, reduce spam, and keep your real inbox clean.
Are emails automatically deleted?
Yes. All emails are automatically removed after a certain period to protect user privacy.
Can I download attachments from emails?
Yes. You can download attachments from received emails, subject to size and security limits.
Can I send emails using a temporary email?
No. Free Temporary Mail is designed only for receiving emails, not for sending messages.
Why should I use Temp Mail instead of my real email?
Using Temp Mail helps you avoid spam, marketing emails, and potential data misuse.
Can websites detect temporary email addresses?
Some websites may detect and block disposable emails, but many still allow temporary email usage.
Is Free Temporary Mail legal to use?
Yes. Using a temporary email is legal, as long as it is not used for illegal or abusive activities.
Does Temp Mail work on mobile devices?
Yes. Free Temporary Mail works smoothly on desktops, tablets, and mobile browsers.
Do you store personal information?
No. We do not require personal details and do not store user identities.
Do you log IP addresses?
We may temporarily log anonymized technical data for security and abuse prevention purposes.
Can I refresh my inbox to check new emails?
Yes. You can refresh the inbox to check for new incoming emails in real time.
What happens if I close my browser?
Closing the browser may expire the temporary mailbox. For longer use, keep the session active.
Can I use Temp Mail for social media signups?
Yes. Temp Mail can be used for many social media and forum signups, depending on platform rules.
Is there a limit to how many emails I can receive?
There is no fixed limit for normal use, but system limits may apply to prevent abuse.
Can I choose my email address name?
Email addresses are generated automatically. Custom names may be available in premium features.
Does Free Temporary Mail support multiple domains?
Yes. Multiple disposable email domains are supported to improve email delivery.
Can developers use Temp Mail for testing?
Yes. Developers often use temporary email addresses for app testing and quality assurance.
Why did I not receive an email?
Email delivery depends on the sender. Try refreshing the inbox or generating a new email address.
Is Temp Mail suitable for long-term use?
No. Temp Mail is designed for short-term communication and quick verifications.
Can I forward emails to my real inbox?
Email forwarding is not supported for security reasons. Important content should be copied manually.
Do you block spam or harmful emails?
Basic spam and security filters are used to reduce harmful or abusive content.
Is Free Temporary Mail available worldwide?
Yes. Our service is accessible from any country with an internet connection.
How can I contact support?
You can reach our support team through the Contact page or by emailing support@freetemporarymail.com.
How do I report abuse or malicious activity?
Please email abuse@freetemporarymail.com with details or screenshots. We usually respond within one business day.