Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026 | Effective date: March 2026
1. Overview
Tembox ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website tembox.xyz (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our disposable temporary email service.
By accessing or using Tembox, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the practices described herein, please do not use the Service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit Tembox, our servers may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URL
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Date and time of access
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
This information is collected for security purposes, abuse prevention, and to improve the Service. Server logs are retained for a limited period and are not shared with third parties except as described in this policy.
2.2 Email Data
We temporarily store emails received at @tembox.xyz addresses. These emails are automatically and permanently deleted after 48 hours. We do not read, scan, analyse, or mine the content of emails received through the Service for any purpose other than delivering them to the temporary inbox.
2.3 Information We Do Not Collect
Tembox does not require registration, accounts, passwords, names, phone numbers, or any personal information to use the Service. We do not collect or store any personally identifiable information (PII) directly from users.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
3.1 What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide analytics information, and enable advertising features.
3.2 Cookies We Use
Tembox itself does not set first-party tracking cookies. However, our third-party advertising partner (Google AdSense) and analytics services may set cookies on your device. These include:
- Essential/functional cookies: Required for the basic operation of the website, such as session management.
- Advertising cookies: Used by Google AdSense and its partners to serve relevant advertisements based on your browsing history and interests. These cookies enable Google to track your visits to Tembox and other websites to display personalised ads.
- Analytics cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with the website, including which pages are most popular and how visitors navigate the site.
3.3 Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in the following ways:
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings. Consult your browser's help documentation for instructions.
- Google Ads personalisation: You may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
- Third-party opt-out: You can opt out of third-party advertising cookies by visiting www.aboutads.info/choices or Network Advertising Initiative.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on the website.
4. Advertising
Tembox uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense is a third-party advertising service provided by Google LLC. Google and its advertising partners may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website or other websites on the Internet.
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to Tembox and/or other websites. Google may collect and use data for ad personalisation as described in Google's Privacy Policy.
We do not have control over the cookies or tracking technologies used by Google or other third-party advertisers. We encourage you to review Google's privacy practices and advertising policies for more information on how your data is used for advertising purposes.
5. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect data:
- Google AdSense — For displaying advertisements. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy and Google's Partner Policy.
These third-party services have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information. We recommend reviewing their policies for detailed information about their data practices.
6. Data Retention
All emails received at @tembox.xyz addresses are automatically and permanently deleted after 48 hours. We do not archive, back up, or retain email data beyond this period. There is no way to recover deleted emails.
Server logs containing automatically collected information (IP addresses, browser data) are retained for up to 30 days for security and abuse prevention purposes, after which they are permanently deleted.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the information we collect against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. Public Nature of Service
All email addresses on tembox.xyz are public. Anyone who knows an email address can view the emails received at that address. This is by design for a disposable email service. Do not use this service for sensitive, confidential, or private communications. We are not responsible for any information that is accessed by third parties through the use of public temporary email addresses.
9. Your Rights Under GDPR (European Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right of access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to rectification: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate personal data.
- Right to erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to restrict processing: You have the right to request restriction of processing of your personal data.
- Right to data portability: You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Right to object: You have the right to object to processing of your personal data, including for direct marketing purposes.
Legal basis for processing: We process data based on legitimate interests (security, abuse prevention, and service improvement). Third-party advertising data is processed based on consent, which you can withdraw at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or using the opt-out links provided above.
Since Tembox does not require registration and does not collect personal data, most of these rights are automatically satisfied by design. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@tembox.xyz.
10. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):
- Right to know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell.
- Right to delete: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information.
- Right to opt out: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. Tembox does not sell personal information.
- Right to non-discrimination: You have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
We do not sell your personal information. Third-party advertising cookies used by Google AdSense may be considered "sharing" under CCPA. You can opt out of this by using the cookie management options described in Section 3.3 above.
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
12. Children's Privacy
Tembox is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@tembox.xyz so we can take appropriate action.
13. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Since there is no accepted standard for how to respond to DNT signals, Tembox does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can manage your cookie preferences using the options described in Section 3.3.
14. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@tembox.xyz
- General inquiries: contact@tembox.xyz
- Website: tembox.xyz