generate a random address for you. You use this address on the sketchy website, and keep your real Gmail address private. This is the most effective way to prevent your primary inbox from being sold to data brokers. 2. The Gmail "Plus" Trick (The Semi-Permanent Solution)
Here's how Gmail temporary mail services typically work:
A temporary email address is a short-lived, anonymous email account that automatically self-destructs after a set period (usually 10 minutes to a few hours). These addresses are designed to receive messages but cannot send outgoing emails.
There are three primary ways to achieve the "temp mail" effect using the Gmail ecosystem: 1. The "Plus" Sub-Addressing Trick
While Google does not offer a self-destructing email feature, you can use to create unlimited trackable aliases within your own account. Stop Creating New Gmail Accounts — Do This Instead