Email Attachments in Temporary Inboxes: Risks and Best Practices
Attachments can make temporary inboxes more useful—but they also introduce security risks. If your plan supports attachments, use these best practices to stay safe.
Common risks
- Malware hidden in archives or documents
- Phishing attachments that mimic invoices or contracts
- Executable files or macro-enabled documents
Best practices
- Only download attachments from trusted senders.
- Scan files with reputable antivirus tools.
- Avoid running unknown executables.
- Use a separate environment for testing suspicious files.
When to avoid attachments
If the content is sensitive (financial, legal, identity-related), avoid using temporary inboxes and use a secure, permanent email account instead.
Generate a safe disposable inbox for basic sign-ups: TempMailbox.
