Guide

Temporary email, privacy and GDPR

Giving fewer services your real address is basic data hygiene. Here is how temporary email fits into privacy practice.

Updated 2026-10-02 · Emailsify

For users

Data minimisation means sharing only what is needed. A throwaway address is a simple way to share less.

For developers

  • Do not collect more than you need at sign-up.
  • If a user signs up with a temporary address, you may not be able to contact them later: plan for that.
  • If you test with real-looking data, use temporary inboxes so you never send test mail to real people.

What Emailsify stores

Messages are kept for 2 hours and are then removed. See the privacy policy of the service for details.

Frequently asked questions

Is this legal advice?

No. For compliance questions, consult a qualified professional.

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