Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 28, 2025


1. Introduction

At 1SecMail.io ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our temporary email service at 1secmail.io (the "Service").

We designed 1SecMail.io with privacy in mind. Our core service provides temporary, disposable email addresses to help users protect their personal inboxes online. We collect only the minimal information necessary to provide and improve our Service.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.


2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Unregistered users: We do not require any personal information to use our temporary email service.

  • Registered users (custom domain feature):

    • Email address (for account creation)

    • Password (stored in encrypted form)

    • Domain information (for custom domain feature)

    • Any information you voluntarily provide when contacting support

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Service, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address (temporarily stored for security and abuse prevention)

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Date and time of your visit

  • Pages you view

  • Basic usage statistics

  • Technical errors

This data is collected via server logs and similar technologies and used to ensure the proper functioning and security of our Service.

2.3 Email Content

Because of the nature of our Service:

  • We do not read or scan emails for advertising purposes.

  • Email content is temporarily stored on our servers while the temporary address is active.

  • Emails are automatically deleted when the temporary address expires (24 hours for standard service, 10 minutes for the 10-minute mail option).


3. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Service

  • Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats

  • Respond to inquiries and support requests

  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends

  • Fix bugs and address technical issues

  • Comply with legal obligations


4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. Information may only be shared in the following limited circumstances:

  • With trusted providers who assist us in operating our Service

  • To comply with laws, regulations, or government requests

  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users

  • In connection with a business transfer (e.g., merger or acquisition)

  • With your consent or at your request


5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.


6. Data Retention

  • Temporary email content is deleted automatically after expiry (24 hours or 10 minutes).

  • Registered user account information is retained until you delete your account.

  • Server logs are typically retained for up to 30 days for security and troubleshooting purposes.


7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access to your personal information

  • Correction of inaccurate information

  • Deletion of your data

  • Restriction or objection to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdrawal of consent

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details in Section 12.


8. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided information, please contact us, and we will delete it.


9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have data protection laws different from your country of residence. We take steps to ensure your data remains protected as described in this Privacy Policy.


10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or applications. This Privacy Policy does not apply to them, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.


11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance.


12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or privacy requests, please contact us at:

📧 privacy@1secmail.io


13. Additional Information for Specific Jurisdictions

13.1 European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and Switzerland

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, your rights under the GDPR or applicable laws include:

  • Right to access your data

  • Right to correction

  • Right to erasure

  • Right to restrict or object to processing

  • Right to data portability

Legal bases for processing include:

  • Performance of a contract

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., security, fraud prevention, service improvement)

  • Your consent, where applicable

You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

13.2 California Residents (CCPA)

As a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect and how it’s used

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell data)

  • Exercise your rights without discrimination

To submit a request, please contact us at privacy@1secmail.io.

13.3 Nevada Residents

We do not sell personal information as defined by Nevada law. Nevada residents may submit a request to opt out of any potential future sales at privacy@1secmail.io.


🔒 At 1SecMail.io, your privacy is our priority. We exist to keep your inbox safe, secure, and spam-free.