Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 30, 2025

1. Introduction

At 1secmail ("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 1sec-mail.com (the "Service").

We designed 1secmail with privacy in mind. Our core service provides temporary, disposable email addresses specifically to help users protect their privacy online. We collect minimal information and only what is 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

For unregistered users:

• We do not require any personal information to use our basic temporary email service.

For 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 our support team

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Service, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• 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 information is collected through server logs and similar technologies and is used to ensure the proper functioning and security of our Service.

2.3 Email Content

The nature of our Service involves receiving emails to temporary addresses. Please note:

• We do not read or scan the content of 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 10-minute mail option)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Respond to your 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 prioritize your privacy and do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our Service, conducting our business, or serving our users
• To comply with applicable laws and regulations, legal processes, or enforceable governmental requests
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
• In connection with a business transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
• With your consent or at your direction

5. Data Security

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

6. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Specifically:

• Temporary email content is automatically deleted after the specified period (24 hours for standard service, 10 minutes for 10-minute mail option)
• For registered users, 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 certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access to your personal information
• Correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion of your information
• Restriction or objection to processing
• Data portability
• Withdrawal of consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those in your country. We take appropriate measures to ensure that your information remains protected by this Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third-party services. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you visit or use.

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. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the Service after the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: [[email protected]]

13. Additional Information for Specific Jurisdictions

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

If you are in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or applicable data protection laws. Our legal basis for processing your information includes:

• Providing our Service (performance of a contract)
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests (such as security, fraud prevention, and service improvement)
• Your consent, where applicable

You have the right to complain to a data protection authority if you believe our processing of your personal information violates applicable law.

13.2 California Residents

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides you with specific rights regarding your personal information. These include:

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how we use and disclose it
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to opt out of the sale of your personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA. To exercise your rights under the CCPA, please get in touch with us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

13.3 Nevada Residents

Nevada law provides Nevada residents with the right to opt out of the sale of certain personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined under Nevada law. However, if you are a Nevada resident, you may submit a request to opt out of potential future sales by contacting us.

This Privacy Policy aims to provide you with clear information about our data practices. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a secure temporary email service.