Privacy Policy
Your privacy is our top priority. This policy explains how Temp Postal collects, uses, and protects your personal information with complete transparency.
Last Updated: January 15, 2026 | Effective Date: January 15, 2026
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At Temp Postal, we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our temporary email service.
Information We Collect
Account Information
- • Email address (for premium accounts only)
- • Password (encrypted and hashed)
- • Account preferences and settings
- • Billing information (processed by third-party providers)
Usage Information
- • Temporary email addresses generated (anonymized)
- • Service usage patterns and statistics
- • API usage metrics (for API customers)
- • Performance and error logs
Technical Information
- • IP address (anonymized after 24 hours)
- • Browser type and version
- • Device information and operating system
- • Referring website information
How We Use Your Information
Service Provision
- • Generate and manage temporary email addresses
- • Deliver emails to your temporary inboxes
- • Maintain service functionality and performance
- • Process premium account features
Security & Compliance
- • Prevent abuse and fraudulent activities
- • Monitor for security threats
- • Comply with legal obligations
- • Investigate violations of our terms
Email Content & Storage
Zero-Knowledge Email Handling
- • No Content Scanning: We never read, scan, or analyze email content
- • Automatic Deletion: Free accounts: 48 hours, Premium: up to 7 days
- • Encryption at Rest: All stored emails are encrypted using AES-256
- • No Backups: Deleted emails are permanently removed with no recovery
- • Minimal Metadata: Only essential routing information is retained
Data Security Measures
Technical Safeguards
- • End-to-end encryption for all data transmission
- • AES-256 encryption for data at rest
- • Regular security audits and penetration testing
- • Multi-factor authentication for admin access
- • Automated threat detection and response
Operational Security
- • SOC 2 Type II compliance
- • GDPR and CCPA compliance framework
- • Regular employee security training
- • Incident response and breach notification procedures
- • Data minimization and retention policies
International Data Transfers
Temp Postal operates globally with servers in multiple jurisdictions to ensure optimal performance and data residency compliance.
EU/UK Data
Processed and stored within EU/UK data centers with GDPR compliance
US Data
Stored in SOC 2 compliant US facilities with Privacy Shield framework
Global Users
Data routing based on user location with appropriate legal safeguards
Your Privacy Rights
GDPR Rights (EU Users)
- • Right to access your personal data
- • Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- • Right to data portability
- • Right to object to processing
🇺🇸 CCPA Rights (California & US Users)
- ✓Right to Know: Request details about personal information collected
- ✓Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
- ✓Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal data (never have, never will)
- ✓Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices
- ✓Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
- ✓Right to Limit: Limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
US State Privacy Laws Compliance
Temp Postal complies with privacy laws in all US states including:
California (CCPA/CPRA)
Full compliance since 2020, updated for CPRA 2023
Virginia (VCDPA)
Consumer data protection act compliance
Colorado (CPA)
Privacy act requirements met
Connecticut, Utah, & More
Monitoring and complying with emerging state laws
US Data Residency: All data from US users is stored in SOC 2 Type II certified data centers located in California, Virginia, and Oregon. We do not transfer US consumer data outside the United States without explicit consent.
Privacy Contact Information
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify users of material changes via email (for premium users) or through our website. Continued use of our service after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.