One-time inbox address

Disposable email,
receive verification codes,
keep your real address private,
and let it expire when you're done.

Creating address…
Remaining 03:00:00

Inbox

Waiting for messages
No sign-upAn address is ready when you open the page
From 3 hoursExtend it when needed
Instant refreshRead verification codes as soon as they arrive
Automatic expirationTemporary addresses don't stay active forever

Keep your real email address out of the process

One clean inbox boundary for sign-ups, trials, and one-time access

Disposable email is ideal when you only need to receive one confirmation message. Your address and inbox are created together, without asking for your name, phone number, or real email address first.

Copy the address and sign up

The address field shows your current disposable email in full. Copy it into the site that needs verification, then return to the same inbox and wait for the confirmation message.

Verification codes and notifications in one place

Use the refresh button to fetch new messages whenever you like. The list shows the sender, subject, preview, and arrival time; open a message to read the full content.

Extend it when time is running out

Every new address starts with 3 hours, with a visible countdown. If verification takes longer, extend it as needed instead of replacing the address right away.

Less setup, more focus on the messages that matter

Your address, remaining time, message list, and email content stay in one workspace. Colors show status without letting configuration distract from the verification flow.

Address statusReady to receive
Time remaining02:46:18
New messagesShown on arrival
ExpirationEnds automatically

Disposable email is for short workflows, not long-term recovery

When a site asks you to register for a one-time download, a trial, or short-term verification, a disposable address helps reduce exposure of your real email. For payment records, long-term accounts, password recovery, or ongoing communication, use an email address or forwarding alias you control long term.

One-time codeDisposable email
Short trialDisposable email
Long-term recoveryForwarding alias
Ongoing correspondenceReal email

Need ongoing delivery? Switch to a forwarding alias

An alias forwards incoming mail to your real inbox without revealing your real address to the sign-up site. You can pause or delete an alias and view a 30-day archive in the dashboard. This serves a different purpose from a disposable inbox that expires automatically.

Message from a websiteSeparate alias
Hide real addressKeep forwarding
No longer neededPause or delete

Know this before you start

Disposable inbox FAQ

How long can I use a disposable email address?

Each new address starts with a 3-hour lifetime by default, with a live countdown displayed on the page. You can extend it while waiting for messages, but a disposable inbox lasts no more than 24 hours in total.

Will refreshing the page change my email address?

No. As long as the current address has not expired, Temp2U restores the same address and inbox on your device. A new address is created only when the current one expires or you choose to replace it.

Can I use a disposable email to recover an important account?

We don't recommend it. Once the address expires, it cannot serve as a long-term recovery method. Use a long-term email address or a forwarding alias you control for payments, work, subscriptions, and important accounts.

Will a disposable inbox keep attachments?

Disposable inboxes do not retain attachments, and messages larger than 100 MB are rejected. If you need to receive attachments over time, use an email forwarding alias and review its attachment retention limits.

Why haven't I received my verification code?

First, make sure the address entered on the sign-up page matches the one in the tool, then refresh the inbox manually. The sender may be delayed or may block disposable email addresses. Avoid requesting codes repeatedly in quick succession.

What's the difference between disposable email and email forwarding aliases?

Disposable email requires no login, receives messages immediately for a short time, and expires automatically. A forwarding alias requires verification of your real email, is designed for long-term use, and provides pause, deletion, and 30-day archive controls.

Your next verification code—without giving up your real email

Return to the tool and copy the currently available disposable inbox address.

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