Privacy Policy for Castbox
App: Castbox
Package: com.castbox.offlineplayer
Effective date / Last updated: August 30, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Castbox (“we”, “our”, or “the App”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use our music application.

1. Introduction
Castbox is a music player that allows you to discover, stream, download, and listen to music offline. By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information stored on your device

• Playlists, favorites, listening history, and app settings

• Downloaded / offline music files you choose to save

• Local database and cache used to improve playback performance

• Optional Last.fm credentials if you enable scrobbling

• Backups you create or export yourself (e.g. JSON / playlist files)

This data stays on your device unless you choose to export, share, or back it up yourself.

2.2 Permissions we may request

• Internet – to stream music, load content, and show ads

• Audio / storage access – to play and manage local or downloaded music

• Notifications – to show playback controls and media notifications

• Wake lock / foreground service – to keep playback running in the background

• Advertising ID (AD_ID) – used by advertising partners for personalized or non-personalized ads

2.3 Automatically collected technical data (via ads / SDKs)
When ads are shown, third-party advertising SDKs (such as Unity LevelPlay / ironSource and their mediation partners, including Unity Ads and Meta Audience Network) may collect:

• Device model, OS version, language, and app version

• IP address and approximate network information

• Advertising identifiers (e.g., Google Advertising ID)

• Ad interaction data (impressions, clicks, completions)

3. How We Use Information

• Provide music playback, offline downloads, and queue features

• Remember your preferences and library

• Display advertisements that help keep the App free

• Improve stability, performance, and user experience

• Support optional features such as Last.fm scrobbling when enabled

• Comply with legal obligations where required

4. Advertising
Castbox may display banner, interstitial, native, and rewarded ads through Unity LevelPlay (ironSource) and related ad networks. These partners may use cookies, advertising IDs, and similar technologies to deliver and measure ads.

You can limit personalized advertising in your device settings (for example, “Opt out of Ads Personalization” on Android).

5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data only with:

• Advertising partners – to serve and measure ads

• Service providers / SDKs – needed to operate streaming, media, or related features

• Last.fm – only if you choose to connect your account

• Authorities – if required by law

6. Children’s Privacy
Castbox is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

7. Data Retention

• Local app data remains on your device until you delete it or uninstall the App

• Downloaded music files remain until you remove them

• Advertising partners may retain data according to their own policies

8. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect information processed by the App. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure.

9. Your Choices & Rights

• Revoke permissions from your device settings

• Clear app data or uninstall Castbox to remove local information

• Opt out of personalized ads in your device advertising settings

• Disconnect optional services (such as Last.fm) at any time

• Depending on your region (e.g., GDPR/CCPA), you may request access, correction, or deletion of personal data we control

10. Third-Party Content & Links
The App may access music or content through third-party sources or plugins. Those services are governed by their own terms and privacy policies.

11. International Users
If you use Castbox from outside your country of residence, your information may be processed in other countries by advertising or infrastructure partners, subject to applicable laws.

12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of Castbox after changes means you accept the updated Policy.

13. Contact Us
Email: salmabotzot@gmail.com
App: Castbox (com.castbox.offlineplayer)

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