Fake email
"Fake email" sounds shadier than it is. It usually just means an address that isn't your personal one — a real, working inbox you don't mind throwing away. That's exactly what MailboxTemp provides, instantly and for free.
What is fake email?
A fake email (in the everyday sense people search for) is a genuine inbox that simply isn't linked to your identity. It receives real mail; it's "fake" only in that it's not your day-to-day address.
A real example
When a forum insists you register before viewing a single thread, a fake email address gets you in without adding your name to their mailing list forever.
How fake email works on MailboxTemp
- Open MailboxTemp — a fake email address is waiting the moment the page loads.
- Copy it and paste it into whatever form is asking for an email.
- Messages arrive live; any one-time code is pulled out and shown at the top.
- When the timer runs out, the inbox and its contents are permanently erased.
Good to know
Use it for low-stakes signups only. Anything tied to payments, work, or recovery should use your real, permanent address.
Frequently asked questions
Is fake email really free?
Yes — creating a fake email inbox and receiving mail costs nothing and needs no account. Optional Pro features (longer life, custom address, no ads) are the only paid extras.
How long does it last?
Free inboxes live for one hour and can be extended in 10-minute steps; Pro inboxes last 24 hours. At expiry the address and every message are permanently deleted.
Can I receive verification codes and OTPs?
Yes. MailboxTemp detects one-time codes in incoming mail automatically and surfaces them at the top of the inbox so you can copy them in a tap.
Is using a fake email address legal?
Using a disposable address to protect your privacy is legitimate and common. What matters is following the terms of service of the sites you sign up for — the inbox itself is just a privacy tool.