An open-source solution for creating temporary email addresses with a simple setup—ideal for avoiding spam and safeguarding your digital identity.
In a digital world where your personal email address is increasingly used as a tracking tool, exposing you to spam, data breaches, and privacy violations, having a way to register on websites without revealing your identity has become essential.
Nortix Mail is built precisely for that purpose: a lightweight, self-hosted disposable email server that you can run on your own infrastructure. Think of it as running your personal Gmail server—but private.
A Shield Against Spam and Data Leaks
Nortix Mail allows users to generate temporary email addresses that can be used for account verification or testing purposes, without exposing their main inbox. This is particularly useful when trying out new platforms or services.
“Using Nortix Mail is like adding an extra layer of anonymity. I’ve tested dozens of services without getting a single spam message,” says Daniel G., a freelance developer.
If one of those services is later compromised, your real email address stays safe.
Easy Setup, Even Without Docker
One of Nortix Mail’s key advantages over other temporary email servers is how easy it is to deploy. You have two main options:
Option 1: Without Docker
You’ll need nodejs and npm installed. Setup is as simple as running:
npm install && cd front && npm install && npm run build && cd .. && node main.js
The server will listen on port 80, and port 25 must be open to receive emails.
Option 2: With Docker
Clone the repository and run:
docker compose up -d
The default docker-compose.yaml already maps port 25 correctly. It’s recommended not to change this if using a reverse proxy, as many cannot forward SMTP packets.
Optional TLS with Automatic Domain Detection
While SMTP doesn’t require encryption by default, Nortix Mail can automatically detect and use your TLS certificates. Just drop your .crt and .key files into the data/ folder—no additional setup needed.
If you skip TLS, email will still work, though theoretically someone could intercept unencrypted messages in transit. This requires advanced capabilities, typically limited to ISPs or hosting providers. Nonetheless, TLS is recommended for enhanced security.
Portable and Customizable
Settings are stored in data/config.json, where you can adjust:
- Email refresh interval
- Number of emails per page
Want to migrate to another server? Just copy the data folder—no reconfiguration needed, even if your domain changes.
Limitations and Project Philosophy
Currently, the project does not accept pull requests, but you can open issues for bug reports or feature suggestions. This helps maintain the simplicity and stability of the code.
“Email servers are notoriously tricky to set up. Nortix Mail streamlines the process without sacrificing core functionality—a rare thing in this space,” says María Antón, a digital privacy consultant.
Final Thoughts: Privacy Within Reach
With Nortix Mail, anyone can deploy their own disposable email server in minutes. Its minimalist approach, optional TLS support, and no-fuss configuration make it a powerful alternative to services like Maildrop or 10MinuteMail—except you’re in full control.
🔗 Learn more or get the code:
https://github.com/Zhoros/NortixMail
🔐 A great addition to the toolkit of anyone advocating for digital sovereignty.
