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Free Temporary Email
TempMail.now creates a free, receive-only temporary address without an account. Choose 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30 minutes of browser access, read delivered messages before expiry, and use it only for low-risk tasks that do not need recovery.
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A self-destruct timer you control
TempMail.now is a free temporary email service: it gives you a disposable inbox with no sign-up, receives messages that senders deliver to it, and ends browser access when the timer you choose runs out. Scheduled backend cleanup follows.
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TempMail.now is a free temp mail service with something most services skip: you choose how long your inbox lasts, from 5 to 30 minutes. Get a disposable address in one click, catch your codes and links, then let it expire - No sign-up and no spam in your real inbox.
Temporary email with a timer you choose
TempMail.now gives you a free, receive-only address in one click and lets you choose 5 to 30 minutes of browser access. Use it for a low-risk code or one-time message, not for an account you must recover later.
TempMail.now at a glance
| Cost | Free to use without an account; automated rate and abuse protections may apply. |
|---|---|
| Sign-up | None. An address is ready the moment the page loads. |
| Inbox lifetime | You choose 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 or 30 minutes of browser access. Scheduled backend cleanup follows expiry. |
| Receiving | Receives ordinary messages, verification codes, links and supported attachments; delivery time depends on the sender and network. |
| Sending | Receive-only. You cannot send or reply from a temporary address. |
| Domains | A rotating pool of domains. Use Change Email to get a different one if a site rejects yours. |
| Data retention | Browser access ends with the timer; scheduled backend cleanup follows the retention window in the privacy policy. |
TempMail.now is a free temp mail service. It prepares a disposable email address when you open the page. You can read messages, click a link, or copy a code. Browser access ends at expiry, and scheduled backend cleanup follows.
You do not create an account or provide a name or phone number to use the inbox. Keeping a disposable address separate from your primary mailbox can reduce unwanted mail and limit how widely that primary address is shared.
What is a disposable temporary email?
A disposable email is a free inbox that expires after a short time. People also call it tempmail, a throwaway email, or a burner email. It catches the messages you don't want in your main inbox.
These addresses got popular as an easy way to dodge spam and stay private. They shine when you try a new app, join a forum, or download a file.
Benefits of a disposable email
- Blocks spam before it ever reaches your real inbox
- Keeps your primary address separate - No name, phone number, or account is required for the temporary inbox
- Works in one click, on any phone or computer
- Closes browser access after your selected timer; backend cleanup follows the retention policy
Tip: Use a fresh address for each risky sign-up. If one starts getting spam, just let it expire and grab a new one.
How a temp mail address works
- Open TempMail.now. Your free address is ready right away.
- Copy it and paste it into any sign-up form or field.
- Watch the inbox and refresh it. Messages appear after the sender delivers them.
- Walk away. Browser access ends when the timer runs out, and scheduled backend cleanup follows.
What temporary email protects - And what it does not
A disposable inbox limits where you share your permanent address. That can reduce future spam and keep that address out of a site's customer database. It is a separation tool, not an invisibility tool.
What it helps with
- Receiving a one-time code, link, or ordinary message
- Keeping marketing mail away from your primary inbox
- Reducing exposure of your permanent email in a later data breach
What it does not hide or guarantee
- Your IP address, browser, cookies, or details you enter elsewhere
- Account recovery after the temporary inbox expires
- Acceptance or delivery when a website blocks disposable domains
Do not use temporary email for banking, purchases, medical information, password resets, or private files. Read the temporary email safety checklist before using it for anything beyond a simple sign-up.
Which temporary inbox timer should you choose?
Choose enough time for the whole task, including delivery delays and the step after the message arrives. A longer timer does not make the inbox suitable for long-term accounts.
5 minutesA code you already requested or one very quick check
10 minutesA normal one-step sign-up or download confirmation
Explore temporary email guides
Want to go further? Try a self-destructing 10-minute mail inbox, learn the limits of an anonymous email address, or improve your online privacy and digital footprint. New here? Read about the TempMail.now mission, or share TempMail.now with a friend.
Comparing your options? Use the temporary email service comparison, or check when temporary email is safe to use. Signing up somewhere specific? Read the temp email guides for Facebook, Instagram, Reddit and Discord.
Want to go deeper? Read the temp mail and privacy research library.
Temporary inbox, email alias, or permanent email?
Use the tool that matches how long the relationship must last. The safest choice is often the one that still works when you need help or a password reset months later.
| Choose | Best for | Avoid it when |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary inbox | One-time codes, low-risk forms, short tests, and disposable downloads | You will need the account, receipt, or recovery route later |
| Email alias | Ongoing newsletters or services where you want forwarding and the option to disable one alias | You do not want messages forwarded to a permanent mailbox |
| Permanent email | Banking, purchases, subscriptions, work, health, and accounts that need recovery | The interaction is truly disposable and likely to create spam |
For a reusable middle ground, see the plus-addressing and inbox-filter guide. For accounts you intend to keep, review the account-recovery risks of temporary email.
Why people choose TempMail.now
A temporary inbox that does one job well: catch what you need, then expire. No account, no identity details, no clutter in your real inbox.
You pick the timer
Choose how long your inbox lives, anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes.
No sign-up, ever
Your address is ready the second the page loads. No name, no password.
Access ends automatically
When the timer ends, the inbox closes; scheduled cleanup removes its backend data under the retention policy.
Works everywhere
Any phone or computer, any browser. Copy your address or share it by QR.
Quick visual guides
See all guides →New to temp mail? These short, picture-led guides show you exactly where to click.
Where Your Messages Land in Your Temp Inbox
New mail lands in the list on the page. Here is how to read a message, refresh, and what happens when the timer ends.
Change, Refresh, or Delete Your Temporary Address
Refresh checks for mail, Change Email gives you a new address, and Delete clears messages. Here is when to use each.
How to Download an Attachment from Your Temp Inbox
Files arrive as an attachment with a Download button. Here is how to save one safely before your inbox expires.
Open Your Temp Inbox on Your Phone with the QR Code
The QR button turns your address into a scannable code. Here is how to open the same inbox on your phone.
When should you use a temporary email?
A throwaway address is the right tool any time you need an inbox for a few minutes, not for years. Because you choose how long it lasts, it fits both a quick 5-minute code and a slower sign-up. These are the moments it shines:
- Free trials and downloads - Grab the code or file, then let the address expire.
- Sign-ups you may never return to - Forums, one-off shops, and read-one-article walls.
- App and website testing - Check a sign-up flow without touching your real inbox.
- Newsletters and coupons - Keep marketing mail out of your main inbox.
- Public Wi-Fi and shared computers - Sign in without leaving your real address behind.
- Social and gaming sign-ups - See our guides for a temp email on Facebook, Reddit and more.
Skip it for anything you must keep or log back into later, like your bank, your email, or a password reset. Those need a real inbox you control. Not sure if a service will accept a disposable address? See whether temp mail is safe and why some sites block it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is TempMail.now really free?
Yes. TempMail.now is free to use and does not require an account. A temporary inbox is prepared when the page loads.
Do I need to sign up or give any details?
No account, password, name, phone number, or permanent email address is required. Normal cookies, network records, and security logs may still contain technical data, so the service does not promise complete anonymity.
How long does a temp mail address last?
Your inbox is accessible until its timer runs out. Pick 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30 minutes. At expiry, browser access ends and scheduled backend cleanup handles final deletion.
Can I receive verification codes and links?
Often, yes. A temporary inbox can receive verification codes, confirmation links, and one-time messages when the sender accepts the address and delivers the email. Use Refresh to check for new mail.
Can a temporary email receive attachments?
Supported attachments can appear with the message, but treat every unexpected file as unsafe. Verify the sender and file type before downloading, and finish before the inbox timer expires. See the attachment safety guide for the full checklist.
Can I send or reply to emails?
No. TempMail.now is receive-only. You cannot send or reply from a temporary address. It is built to catch incoming messages while keeping your real inbox private.
Is using a disposable email safe and legal?
Using a disposable email for privacy and spam control is generally legal. Use it only for low-risk tasks and follow the destination site's rules. TempMail.now does not require identity details, but ordinary technical logs and backend retention may still apply.
Does temp mail work for Google or Gmail sign-ups?
It may not. Google and other providers can reject disposable domains or require another verification method. Check the provider's current rules, and use a permanent address for any account you need to recover later.
Can I get the same temporary address back after it expires?
No. Once the timer runs out, browser access ends and the inbox cannot be restored to you. Its records are removed later by scheduled backend cleanup. If you need more time, choose the 30-minute option before generating the address.
Which domains does TempMail.now use?
Addresses come from a rotating pool of our own domains. If a website rejects the one you were given, click Change Email to get an address on a different domain and try again.
Can I choose my own address or username?
Not yet. Each address is generated randomly, which makes it harder to predict. Use Change Email if you need a different generated address.
What if a code does not arrive or the site blocks my address?
Wait briefly and use Refresh. Delivery can be delayed, the sender may reject disposable domains, or the message may not have been sent. If the site rejects the address, try a fresh address or use a permanent mailbox when the site's rules require one. Our temp mail not-receiving troubleshooting guide covers the checks in order.