How It Works

    Getting Started with TempBox

    TempBox is designed for simple, short-term use. Follow the steps below to protect your privacy when signing up for services, testing email flows, or avoiding unwanted marketing emails.

    Step 1: Generate Your Temporary Email

    Visit the TempBox homepage and a temporary email address is automatically generated for you. No sign-up or personal information is required. Your email is available immediately for short-term use.

    Step 2: Copy and Use Your Email

    Copy your temporary email address and use it on websites or services that accept disposable emails, such as free trials, testing environments, or one-time registrations.

    Step 3: Receive Emails Instantly

    Emails sent to your temporary address appear in real time. You can view full messages, including HTML content and supported attachments, directly in your inbox.

    Step 4: Automatic Expiration

    Temporary email addresses remain active for up to 24 hours. After expiration, the email address and all associated messages are automatically deleted.

    Common Use Cases

    🛍️ Online Shopping & Trials
    Sign up for free trials or one-time purchases without long-term email follow-ups or promotional messages.
    📝 Forums & Communities
    Join forums or discussion platforms for short-term participation without exposing your primary email address.
    📥 Downloads & Gated Content
    Access resources or downloads that require email verification without inbox clutter.
    🧪 Testing & Development
    Developers and QA teams can test email delivery, verification flows, and formatting without using personal or production email accounts.
    🔐 Email Verification
    Receive confirmation links or codes for services you want to evaluate before committing with a permanent email address.
    📧 Newsletter Previews
    Preview newsletters or mailing lists to understand content and frequency before subscribing with your real email.

    Tips for Best Results

    ✓ Check Emails Promptly
    Verification emails often expire quickly. Check your inbox shortly after using the temporary email.
    ✓ Keep the Page Open
    Your temporary email is stored in your browser for the session duration. Keeping the page open helps ensure uninterrupted access.
    ✓ Use for Short-Term Needs
    TempBox is intended for temporary use only. Avoid using it for important or long-term accounts.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long do emails stay active?
    Temporary email addresses and messages remain available for up to 24 hours, after which they are automatically deleted.
    Can I send emails from TempBox?
    No. TempBox is designed for receiving emails only.
    Are emails private?
    Emails are stored temporarily and deleted automatically. Anyone with access to the temporary address can view messages, so sensitive information should not be used.
    TempBox is intended for legitimate use cases such as privacy protection, testing, and spam prevention. Abuse, fraud, or illegal activity is not supported.