Privacy Policy
MoviesBox Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how MoviesBox (“the App,” “we,” “us”) handles information when you use the MoviesBox iOS application published on the Apple App Store.
1. Who we are
MoviesBox is an on-device video library. It helps you import, organize, and play video files that already exist on your iPhone or iPad. It is not a streaming service and does not provide movies.
Contact: moviesbox.helpdesk@outlook.com
2. Summary
• We do not require an account or login.
• We do not collect a name, email address, or phone number inside the App (except if you choose to email us).
• We do not sell personal data.
• We do not use advertising SDKs or App Tracking Transparency tracking.
• Video files stay on your device. The App does not upload your videos to our servers. We do not operate a content server for movies.
3. Information stored on your device
The App stores the following locally (app sandbox / UserDefaults / local files), not on a MoviesBox movie server:
• Video files you import from Photos or Files (copies chosen by you)
• Library metadata: title, duration, file size, dates, notes, favorites, categories, collections
• Generated thumbnails for titles you imported
• Appearance (Light / Dark / System) and sort preferences
• In-App Purchase entitlement flags so Pro features can be restored on this device
• Simple on-device counters used only to decide when to ask Apple’s system review prompt (for example session count). These are not sent to us.
You can remove imported titles in the App. Uninstalling MoviesBox deletes the App’s sandbox data on that device.
4. Permissions
Photo Library — used only when you tap to add a video. The App presents Apple’s PHPicker so you can choose videos you already have. We do not scan your entire library in the background.
Files — used only when you pick a video with the system document picker. The file is copied into the App sandbox for local playback.
Background audio — used so a video you already imported can continue playing when the device is locked or Picture in Picture is active. This is not used to download content.
The App does not request Camera, Microphone, Contacts, Location, Bluetooth, Tracking, or Motion for core features.
5. Purchases (Apple)
Subscriptions and the Lifetime purchase are processed by Apple through StoreKit / the App Store. Apple handles payment, tax, and Apple ID billing. We do not receive your full credit-card number. Apple’s privacy policy applies to App Store transactions.
6. Links that leave the App
Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Support pages open in Safari (or Safari View Controller). Those pages are hosted on Google Sites. Google’s own policies may apply to that hosting. Opening a link does not grant the App access to your videos.
If you email moviesbox.helpdesk@outlook.com, we receive the address and message you send so we can reply. We use that correspondence only for support and do not add you to a marketing list.
7. Children
MoviesBox is not directed at children under 13 (or the minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. The App does not provide a movie catalog for children or anyone else.
8. International users
The App is designed to work without sending your video library to us. Legal rights (including GDPR access/erasure) mainly concern data you send by email. To request deletion of support emails, write to moviesbox.helpdesk@outlook.com.
9. Data retention
On-device library data remains until you delete titles or uninstall the App. Support emails are kept only as long as needed to resolve your request, then deleted or minimized.
10. Security
Imported files stay in the iOS app sandbox. We do not operate a remote movie store. No method of storage is 100% secure; keep your device locked and use a passcode/Face ID/Touch ID.
11. Third parties
We do not embed analytics, crash, or advertising SDKs in the current version. Apple provides the operating system, StoreKit, Photos, Files, and Safari. Google hosts the policy/support web pages.
12. Changes
We may update this policy. The “Last updated” date will change. Continued use after an update means you accept the revised policy. Material changes will be reflected on this page and, when appropriate, in the App Store listing.
13. Contact
MoviesBox
Email: moviesbox.helpdesk@outlook.com