MoviesBox Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how MoviesBox (“the App,” “we,” or “us”) handles information when you use the MoviesBox application for iPhone and iPad.
1. Who we are
MoviesBox is a private, on-device video organizer, local transfer utility, and player. It helps you import, organize, transfer, and play video files you already have the legal right to use. It is not a streaming service and does not provide a movie catalog.
Contact: moviesbox.helpdesk@outlook.com
2. Summary
• No account or login is required.
• We do not operate a cloud movie library or upload your library to our servers.
• We do not sell personal data.
• We do not use advertising, tracking, or analytics SDKs in the current version.
• Your library metadata and imported files are stored in the app's local sandbox.
• Local transfer features communicate only with devices you choose on the local network or nearby.
• MoviesBox Pro purchases are processed by Apple through StoreKit.
3. Information stored on your device
The App may store:
• Videos imported or received by you
• Generated thumbnails and poster or collection artwork selected by you
• Titles, descriptions, year, genre, director, codec, file details, favorites, watched state, collections, and playback progress
• Playback, library, appearance, transfer, device-name, and confirmation settings
• Recently Deleted files and records for up to 30 days
• Onboarding completion and simple counters used only to determine when to request Apple's system rating prompt
This information is not sent to a MoviesBox developer server. You can remove items in the App. Uninstalling the App removes its sandbox data from that device, subject to normal iOS backup and restore behavior.
4. Import sources and permissions
Photos — shown when you choose to import video or artwork. Apple's picker lets you select specific items. The App does not scan your entire library in the background.
Files — shown when you choose a video from Files, iCloud Drive, or connected external storage. The selected file is copied into the App's sandbox.
Camera — requested only when you choose Scan QR Code. It is used to scan a MoviesBox local-transfer code and is not used to record photos or video.
Local Network and Bonjour — used only for Wi-Fi Transfer, QR-assisted local transfer, and discovery of nearby MoviesBox devices.
Nearby connectivity — Apple's Multipeer Connectivity may use local Wi-Fi, peer-to-peer Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth to discover and securely connect devices. The App does not use Bluetooth for background tracking.
Background audio — used so audio from a locally playing video can continue when appropriate and to support Picture in Picture behavior. It is not used for downloading content.
5. Local file transfers
Wi-Fi Transfer temporarily runs a local web page on your device. A browser on the same local network can upload a file you select. The transfer server stops when you leave the transfer flow or the App enters the background.
Nearby Transfer uses Apple's encrypted Multipeer Connectivity to send or receive a file between devices you choose. Depending on your settings, an incoming transfer may require confirmation.
QR codes contain local connection information generated by MoviesBox. The QR scanner rejects unsupported payloads. Transfer files are not routed through a server operated by us.
6. Sharing
When you choose Share, the App presents Apple's standard share sheet. The destination you select may receive the video file and may have its own privacy practices. We do not control third-party destinations selected by you.
7. Purchases and ratings
MoviesBox Pro is available as Weekly, Monthly, and Yearly auto-renewable subscriptions and as a one-time Lifetime non-consumable purchase. Apple processes payments through StoreKit and associates purchases with your Apple Account. We do not receive your full payment-card details.
The App reads verified StoreKit entitlements and stores purchased product identifiers locally to provide and restore Pro access. It does not send purchase history to a developer-operated server. Apple's privacy policy applies to App Store transactions.
The App may request Apple's standard App Store rating prompt after eligible usage. A local counter controls when the request is made. Apple decides whether to display the prompt. The counter is not sent to us.
8. Links and support
Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Support links may open an external web page in Safari after production URLs are configured. The hosting provider's privacy practices may apply.
If you email moviesbox.helpdesk@outlook.com, we receive the address, message, and attachments you choose to send so we can respond. We use support correspondence only to handle your request and do not add you to a marketing list.
9. Children
MoviesBox is not directed to children under 13 or the minimum age required in their jurisdiction. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. The App does not provide a children's movie catalog or any other bundled media catalog.
10. International users and rights
Most App data remains on your device and cannot be accessed by us. Privacy rights such as access or deletion may apply to support correspondence you send us. Contact moviesbox.helpdesk@outlook.com to request help concerning that correspondence.
11. Data retention
On-device library data remains until you remove it or uninstall the App. Recently Deleted items are eligible for automatic permanent deletion after 30 days. Support emails are retained only as long as reasonably needed to resolve the request and meet legal obligations.
12. Security
Imported files are stored in the iOS app sandbox using iOS file protection. Nearby transfers request encrypted sessions. No storage or transmission method is completely secure, so protect your device with a passcode and transfer only with devices and networks you trust.
13. Third parties
The current App does not embed advertising, analytics, or third-party crash-reporting SDKs. Apple provides iOS, Photos, Files, local networking, Multipeer Connectivity, AVKit, AirPlay, Picture in Picture, the App Store rating prompt, and the standard share sheet. External policy and support pages are hosted separately.
14. Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy. We will change the “Last updated” date and provide additional notice when required.
15. Contact
MoviesBox
Email: moviesbox.helpdesk@outlook.com