Cookie Policy

Last Updated: July 28, 2025

Effective Date: July 28, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Tempory Mail uses cookies and similar technologies to provide our temporary email service while respecting your privacy.

What Are Cookies

Cookie Definition

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit and preferences.

Types of Cookies

**Session Cookies**: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser

**Persistent Cookies**: Remain on your device for a set period

**First-Party Cookies**: Set by the website you're visiting

**Third-Party Cookies**: Set by external services

Our Cookie Approach

Privacy-First Philosophy

At Tempory Mail, we believe in **responsible cookie usage**. We use essential cookies for basic functionality and advertising cookies to support our free service.

Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

#### Session Management

**Purpose**: Maintain your temporary email session

**Name**: `session_id`

**Duration**: Session only (deleted when browser closes)

**Data**: Random session identifier

**Necessity**: Required for accessing your temporary inbox

#### Security Cookies

**Purpose**: Protect against security threats (CSRF attacks)

**Name**: `csrf_token`

**Duration**: Session only

**Data**: Security token

**Necessity**: Required for secure form submissions

#### Language Preference

**Purpose**: Remember your language selection

**Name**: `locale_preference`

**Duration**: 30 days

**Data**: Language code (e.g., "en", "tr")

**Necessity**: Optional but improves user experience

2. Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used for advertising services and can be disabled.

#### Google AdSense Cookies

**Purpose**: Display relevant ads and measure ad performance

**Provider**: Google LLC

**Names**: `_gid`, `_ga`, `__gads`, `IDE`

**Duration**: 30 days to 2 years

**Data**: Anonymous identifiers, ad preferences

**Control**: Manageable through Google Ads settings

#### Ad Targeting

**Purpose**: Show ads tailored to your interests

**Technology**: Cookies and pixel tags

**Data Type**: General interest categories (not personal data)

**Opt-out**: Available at ads.google.com/intl/en_us/policies/technologies/ads/

3. Performance Cookies

These cookies are used to improve service quality.

Cookie Controls

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to manage cookies:

#### Chrome

1. Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data

2. Choose your preferred cookie setting

#### Firefox

1. Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

2. Configure your cookie preferences

#### Safari

1. Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data

2. Edit cookie settings

#### Edge

1. Settings > Cookies and site permissions

2. Set your cookie preferences

Advertising Cookie Controls

#### Google Ads Settings

**URL**: ads.google.com

**Options**: Turn ad personalization on/off

**Effect**: Applies across all Google partner sites

#### Cookie Rejection

To reject advertising cookies:

1. Block third-party cookies in browser settings

2. Use ad blockers (may affect service quality)

3. Turn off personalization in Google Ads settings

Non-Cookie Technologies

Local Storage

We may use your browser's local storage for some features:

**HTML5 Local Storage**: For language preferences

**Session Storage**: For temporary session data

**IndexedDB**: Not used

Server Logs

We collect some information without cookies:

**IP Address**: For security and rate limiting

**User Agent**: For compatibility

**Referrer**: To understand traffic sources

Legal Basis

GDPR Compliance

**Consent**: Clear consent for non-essential cookies

**Legitimate Interest**: For essential service cookies

**Opt-out Rights**: Right to reject advertising cookies

ePrivacy Directive

In compliance with the EU ePrivacy Directive:

Essential cookies don't require consent

We obtain clear consent for advertising cookies

We provide transparent information about cookie use

Cookie Lifecycle

Creation

Cookies are only created when needed

Created with minimal data

Clear purpose specified

Updates

Cookies are only updated when necessary

Triggered by user actions

Automatic cleanup mechanisms

Deletion

**Session Cookies**: Automatically when browser closes

**Persistent Cookies**: Automatically when expired

**Manual Deletion**: Users can delete anytime

Third-Party Cookies

Google AdSense

For Google AdSense cookies:

**Privacy Policy**: policies.google.com/privacy

**Cookie Policy**: policies.google.com/technologies/cookies

**Opt-out**: adssettings.google.com

CDN Providers

Our content delivery network may use minimal cookies:

**Purpose**: Content optimization

**Personal Data**: No

**Duration**: Maximum 24 hours

Changes and Updates

Policy Changes

**Notice**: 30-day advance notice on website

**Major Changes**: Email notification (when possible)

**Version Tracking**: Clear version numbers

New Cookie Types

Before adding new cookie types:

1. User notification

2. Obtain new consent if required

3. Provide opt-out options

Troubleshooting

Cookie Issues

If you experience cookie-related problems:

#### Site Not Working

1. Check that essential cookies are enabled

2. Clear browser cache

3. Check security software settings

#### Language Setting Not Saved

1. Check that persistent cookies are enabled

2. Ensure you're not in private browsing mode

3. Review browser cookie settings

Contact

Cookie Questions

For questions about cookies:

Email: [email protected]

Subject: "Cookie Policy Question"

Response Time: Within 48 hours

Data Protection

For GDPR rights:

Email: [email protected]

Subject: "Data Protection Right"

Summary

Key Points

✅ **Responsible Cookie Use**: Only necessary and advertising cookies

✅ **User Control**: Right to manage cookies

✅ **Transparency**: Clear cookie descriptions

✅ **Easy Opt-out**: Simple advertising cookie rejection

✅ **GDPR Compliance**: Full legal compliance

✅ **Security**: Data security through cookies

Cookie Types Summary

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This cookie policy is effective from July 28, 2025 and applies to all users of the Tempory Mail service.*

**Clear Information**: Full transparency about cookie usage

**Easy Opt-Out**: Browser controls for cookie management

Other Jurisdictions

We apply the same privacy-protective approach globally, regardless of location.

Similar Technologies

Local Storage

We may use browser local storage for:

**Temporary Data**: Caching email data for performance

**Session State**: Maintaining application state

**Automatic Cleanup**: Data cleared regularly

Web Beacons

❌ **Not Used**: We don't use web beacons or tracking pixels

Fingerprinting

❌ **Not Used**: We don't use device or browser fingerprinting

Third-Party Services

CDN Services

We use Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) for performance:

**Cloudflare**: May set essential cookies for security and performance

**No Tracking**: CDN cookies are not used for tracking

**Privacy Compliant**: CDN providers follow privacy standards

No Third-Party Tracking

**No Google Analytics**: We don't use tracking analytics

**No Social Media**: No social media tracking buttons

**No Advertising**: No advertising networks or tracking

Data Protection

Cookie Security

**Secure Transmission**: Cookies transmitted over HTTPS only

**HttpOnly Flag**: Prevents JavaScript access to security cookies

**SameSite Attribute**: Protects against cross-site attacks

**Regular Cleanup**: Automatic deletion of expired cookies

Data Minimization

**Minimal Data**: Only essential data stored in cookies

**Short Retention**: Cookies expire quickly

**No Personal Info**: No personal information in cookies

International Transfers

Global Service

Our service operates globally, and cookies may be processed in different countries:

**Privacy Protection**: Same privacy standards apply everywhere

**Legal Compliance**: Compliance with applicable privacy laws

**Secure Processing**: All cookie data processed securely

Changes to Cookie Policy

Update Process

**Regular Reviews**: Policy reviewed and updated as needed

**User Notice**: Notice provided for material changes

**Version Control**: Clear tracking of policy versions

Contact Information

Cookie Questions

Email: [email protected]

Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"

Response Time: Within 48 hours

Privacy Rights

For questions about privacy rights related to cookies, contact us using the information above.

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Summary

Tempory Mail's approach to cookies:

✅ **Minimal Cookie Usage**: Only essential cookies for functionality

✅ **No Tracking**: No advertising or analytics cookies

✅ **Transparent**: Clear information about all cookies used

✅ **User Control**: Easy browser-based cookie management

✅ **Privacy-First**: Designed with privacy as a priority

✅ **Secure**: All cookies use security best practices

We believe in providing great service while respecting your privacy and giving you control over your data.

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This Cookie Policy is effective as of July 28, 2025, and applies to all users of Tempory Mail services.*