Nortix Mail

Nortix Mail is a self-hosted disposable email server designed to let you create temporary email addresses for signups and verification flows. It focuses on minimizing setup complexity while providing a simple interface for viewing received messages.

Key Features

• Receive emails over SMTP on port 25 for disposable/temporary addresses
• Web interface for browsing received emails
• Optional TLS support by placing certificate and key files in the data directory
• Automatic domain detection when using TLS and minimal reconfiguration when domains change
• Portable storage model: move instances by copying the data folder
• Docker Compose deployment option alongside a direct Node.js run mode

Use Cases

• Use temporary addresses for website signups to reduce spam exposure
• Isolate risky registrations to limit impact from third-party data breaches
• Provide disposable inboxes for testing email verification in development environments

Limitations and Considerations

• TLS is optional; running without it can allow mail contents to be intercepted in transit in some threat models
• Deliverability depends on typical email-server factors (DNS records and port 25 reachability)

Nortix Mail fits users who want the benefits of disposable email without relying on third-party temporary inbox providers. Its emphasis on simple deployment and portable data makes it practical for small personal or homelab setups.