Gmail burner email

A Gmail burner email is a temporary email address that is used for a specific purpose, such as signing up for a newsletter, creating an account on a website, or sending a message to someone without revealing your primary email address. Here's how you can create a Gmail burner email:

Method 1: Using Gmail's "Send & Archive" feature

1. Log in to your Gmail account.
2. Click on the "Compose" button to create a new email.
3. Enter a temporary email address in the "To" field (e.g., [email protected]).
4. Write a brief message, if needed.
5. Click the "Send" button.
6. Immediately archive the email by clicking on the "Archive" button.
7. The email will be deleted after a few hours.

Method 2: Using a Gmail alias

1. Log in to your Gmail account.
2. Go to the "Settings" icon (represented by a gear icon) and click on "See all settings."
3. Scroll down to the "Accounts and Import" tab.
4. Click on "Add another email address you own" and enter a temporary email address (e.g., [email protected]).
5. Click "Next" and then "Send verification."
6. Verify the email address by clicking on the verification link sent to the temporary email address.
7. The temporary email address will now be linked to your primary Gmail account.

Method 3: Using a third-party service

There are several third-party services that allow you to create temporary email addresses, such as:

• Temp Mail: A free service that generates a temporary email address that can be used for a specific period.
• Mailinator: A free service that allows you to create a temporary email address and receive emails sent to it.
• 10 Minute Mail: A free service that generates a temporary email address that can be used for 10 minutes.

When using a third-party service, you'll need to create an account and follow their instructions to generate a temporary email address.

Tips and precautions

• Always use a unique and complex password for your temporary email address.
• Be cautious when using a temporary email address, as it may be used to send spam or phishing emails.
• Make sure to delete or archive the temporary email address after use to prevent it from being used by others.
• Consider using a password manager to generate and store complex passwords for your temporary email addresses.

By following these methods and tips, you can create a Gmail burner email that can be used for a specific purpose without revealing your primary email address.