Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to what people ask most.
Is ReadOnce really free?
Yes. There is no paid tier, no trial, and no signup. The whole service runs on free Cloudflare infrastructure.
How long does my inbox last?
You choose: 10, 30, or 60 minutes. When the timer ends, the inbox and all messages are deleted automatically.
Can I pick my own address?
Yes — type a custom prefix (e.g. myname@readonce.email) instead of using a random one.
Is it safe to receive passwords or codes?
For one-time verification codes, yes. For anything sensitive or private, use a real, secure mailbox — disposable email is public by design.
Do you keep logs of my emails?
No. Messages live only until they expire, then are permanently deleted with no backup.
Why would a site block my temp email?
Some services reject disposable domains to prevent abuse. That is expected; try a different domain or a custom prefix.