TL;DR: We don't collect personal data. Emails auto-delete after expiry. No tracking, no
logs, no ads. Your privacy is our priority.
fake.legal provides free, anonymous temporary email addresses. We are committed to protecting your
privacy and operating with minimal data collection.
Data We Do NOT Collect
Personal information (name, address, phone)
IP addresses for tracking purposes
Browser fingerprints
Usage analytics or behavioral profiles
Third-party tracking cookies
Email Data
Emails are stored temporarily in server memory
All emails are automatically deleted after the timer expires
No backups or archives are created
Deleted emails cannot be recovered by anyone
Email content is never shared with third parties
Email Forwarding (Optional)
If you choose to enable email forwarding:
Your forwarding email is encrypted and stored locally in your browser only
We do not store your real email address on our servers
Forwarded emails are sent via secure SMTP
You can disable forwarding at any time
Local Storage
We use browser localStorage to:
Remember your current temporary email address
Store your timer preference
Store encrypted forwarding settings (if enabled)
This data never leaves your browser and is not transmitted to our servers.
Server Logs
For security purposes only, we may temporarily log:
Rate limit violations (IP hashes only, not full IPs)
Abuse attempts (spam, relay attacks)
Security logs are automatically purged and are not used for tracking users.
Advertising
Advertising on fake.legal is provided by privacy-respecting networks. Our primary partner A-Ads does not
use cookies or tracking. We also partner with Mondiad and PurpleAds for display and native advertising.
Mondiad provides native and in-page push ads that are designed to be relevant while respecting user
privacy.
We strive to balance the costs of keeping this service running with our commitment to your digital
privacy.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to measure site traffic and optimize performance. Google Analytics uses cookies
to
collect anonymous traffic data. This tracking is only enabled if you explicitly consent via our cookie
banner.
You can opt-out of Analytics tracking simply by declining cookies on the banner.
We use cookies strictly for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies: Required to remember your fake email address, timer preferences,
and whether you have accepted or declined our cookie banner.
Analytics Cookies: Placed by Google Analytics (only if you consent) to help us
understand how visitors interact with our website.
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage or adjusting
your browser settings.
Terms of Service
By using fake.legal, you agree to the following terms:
Acceptable Use
Protecting your privacy from spam and unwanted emails
Testing websites and services that require email verification
Signing up for newsletters or services you want to preview
Any lawful purpose that respects others' rights
Prohibited Uses
Fraud, scams, phishing, or illegal activities
Harassment, abuse, or threatening communications
Automated mass usage or spamming
Circumventing security measures of other services
Any activity that violates applicable laws
Note: We actively monitor for abuse and will block violating IP addresses. We cooperate
with law enforcement when required by valid legal process.
GDPR Compliance
For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Right to Access: We do not store personal data to access
Right to Erasure: Data is automatically deleted after timer expiry
Right to Portability: No personal data is retained to export
Right to Object: No profiling or tracking to object to
Since we practice data minimization by design, most GDPR requests are not applicable. For any privacy
inquiries, contact us at the address below.
Security
We implement security measures to protect our service:
HTTPS encryption for all connections
Rate limiting to prevent abuse
Automatic blocking of spam and relay attempts
No storage of sensitive data
Regular security monitoring
Limitation of Liability
fake.legal and its operators shall not be held liable for:
Loss of emails or data (emails auto-delete by design)
Service interruptions or downtime
Any direct, indirect, or consequential damages
Actions taken by third parties using this service
Content of emails received through this service
This service is provided "as is" without warranties. For important communications, use a permanent email
address.
Disclaimer & Service Information
This is a free, non-commercial service. No fees, no subscriptions, no hidden costs.
Service Nature
This service is provided free of charge as a private project
Donations are voluntary and do not grant any special rights or guarantees
The operator is not a commercial entity
No contractual relationship is established by using this service
No Warranty
The service is provided "as is" without any warranty
No guarantee of availability, uptime, or reliability
The service may be discontinued at any time without notice
Features may change without prior announcement
User Responsibility
Users are solely responsible for their use of this service
The operator is not liable for any misuse by third parties
Users must comply with all applicable laws in their jurisdiction
Do not use this service for any illegal, harmful, or malicious purposes
Content Disclaimer
The operator has no control over the content of emails sent to temporary addresses.
The operator does not endorse, verify, or take responsibility for any content received
through this service. Report illegal content to the appropriate authorities.
Contact
For abuse reports, legal inquiries, or privacy questions:
info@leqit.de
We take abuse reports seriously and respond to legitimate inquiries promptly.
Last updated: March 10, 2026
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