Privacy First: Anonymous Email Receipts

When stores ask for your email at checkout, you might hesitate. What if it leads to spam, tracking, or worse — data leaks? That’s where anonymous email receipts come in, offering a privacy-first solution for digital proof of purchase.

What is an anonymous receipt email?

It’s a temporary or masked email address that lets you receive your receipt without revealing your real inbox. The receipt gets forwarded to your real address or stored in your scan app, without exposing personal info to retailers.

Why it matters

Providing your main email at every checkout can result in unwanted marketing, tracking cookies, or third-party data sharing. Anonymous emails help you stay invisible while still getting the proof you need.

How it works with scan apps

Some apps offer a feature like “@scanmail.io” aliases. You give that email to the cashier, and the receipt is automatically linked to your scan history — no extra steps or manual uploads.

Fully GDPR-compliant

Since no personal information is shared, these anonymous addresses help you stay compliant with data minimization principles. That’s good news for users and retailers alike.

Bonus: less inbox clutter

You’ll no longer need to dig through promotions to find a receipt. Everything is sorted and stored — without noise.

Conclusion: You shouldn’t have to choose between convenience and privacy. With anonymous email receipts, you get both. It’s a simple shift that keeps your personal data safe while keeping your receipts organized and accessible.

📲 The app is available on iPhone and iPad. ScanTicket on the App Store