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1SecMail vs Mail.cx
Both stand on temporary email services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+1
1SecMail offers a quick route to short-lived email, with aliases, attachment access, and multiple access options. Treat its inboxes as temporary and public, and note that API-key access is not yet available.
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Mail.cx provides temporary receiving inboxes and API tools for email testing. Its short retention and no-send design make it unsuitable for messages that need dependable storage or delivery.
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| 1SecMail | Mail.cx | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, Extension, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Gold: $35.99 a year | Pro: $9.90 a year |
| Plans published | 6 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | 1secmail.cc | mail.cx |
| On temporary email services | #4 of 44 | #8 of 44 |
1SecMail: what it does well
- Mailbox creation does not require registration.
- Users can create custom aliases.
- Attachments can be downloaded before email expiry.
- A Chrome extension provides access to temporary email.
What to know first
- Public temporary addresses are not for sensitive or financial information.
- API-key access is still under development.
- Addresses and messages are usually deleted after 24 hours.
Mail.cx: what it does well
- Web inbox available without signup
- Supports parsed or raw email retrieval
- API can download attachments
- New messages can appear through server-sent events
What to know first
- Cannot send email
- Free mail is retained for only one hour
- Message retention and recovery are not guaranteed
- Not intended for critical or sensitive communications
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