TemporarySMS

Overview

TemporarySMS provides free temporary phone numbers for SMS verification. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our service.

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information to provide our service:

• Session Data: We use browser session storage to maintain your viewing session. This data stays in your browser and is not sent to our servers.
• Usage Analytics: We may collect anonymous usage statistics such as page views, browser type, and general location (country level) to improve our service.
• Advertising Data: Our advertising partners may collect data according to their own privacy policies to serve relevant ads.

Information We Do NOT Collect

• Personal identification information (name, email, personal phone number)
• Account credentials or passwords
• Payment information
• The content of SMS messages you receive (beyond displaying them publicly)

Public Nature of Messages

Important: All SMS messages received on our temporary phone numbers are publicly visible. Anyone can view any message sent to these numbers. This is fundamental to how our service works.

We strongly advise:

• Do NOT use these numbers for sensitive accounts (banking, primary email, social media)
• Do NOT use these numbers for any service where privacy is required
• Do NOT share personal information via SMS to these numbers

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Maintaining your session preferences
• Analyzing website traffic and usage patterns
• Serving advertisements through our ad partners

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features of our service.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information:

• Ezoic: For advertising. View their privacy policy.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical measures to protect our website and your browsing experience. However, remember that all SMS messages displayed on our service are public by design.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us through our website.

Last updated: December 2024