Email privacy guide
What is a burner email?
A burner email is an address used for a short time to receive messages without sharing your primary inbox. It is another common name for temporary or disposable email.
Generate a temporary addressCreate a random temporary email address instantly, copy it in one click, and receive short-lived messages in the inbox below.How a burner inbox works
The service generates an address and displays incoming messages in a temporary inbox. Basic use usually requires no account, and the address may expire or become unavailable when the session ends.
When it is useful
- Testing registration and confirmation flows
- Receiving a one-time message from a low-risk site
- Separating trials or downloads from your main inbox
- Reducing exposure to newsletters and promotions
What it should never protect
- Money, identity, health, education, or government accounts
- Password recovery or long-term subscriptions
- Private files, receipts, licenses, or purchases you must keep
Burner email vs alias
A burner inbox is best when you do not need future access. An alias is better when you want a stable address that forwards to your permanent inbox and can be switched off later.