Tinsel Box App Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 11, 2026

Privacy Policy Overview

Welcome to The Tinsel Box. We understand that collectors care deeply about their collections, photos, and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect, how we use it, and the choices you have when using The Tinsel Box iOS app (“App”).

The Tinsel Box is owned and operated by The Tinsel Box LLC (“The Tinsel Box,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

Website: The Tinsel Box
Privacy Policy URL: App Privacy Policy
Support Email: hello@thetinselbox.com

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We May Collect

Depending on how you use the App, we may collect the following categories of information.

Information You Provide

You may voluntarily provide information such as:

  • Display name

  • Email address

  • Ornament collection information

  • Wish list items

  • Tree/display names

  • Storage labels and notes

  • Purchase price or estimated value information

  • Collection notes, stories, or descriptions

  • Support requests and messages sent to us

Photos and Media

You may upload or store ornament photos within the App. These photos may be stored locally on your device and/or synced through Apple services such as iCloud or CloudKit.

Device and Technical Information

We may receive limited technical information automatically, such as:

  • Device type

  • iOS version

  • App version

  • Basic diagnostic or crash information

  • Anonymous usage information

This information helps us maintain and improve the App.

Wishlist Trend Information

The App may collect anonymous or user-submitted wish list trend information to help us:

  • Understand collector interests

  • Improve future app features

  • Improve inventory planning and offerings on TheTinselBox.com

We do not sell personal user data to third-party advertisers.

2. How We Use Information

We may use information collected through the App to:

  • Provide and maintain App functionality

  • Sync collection data across Apple devices

  • Save and organize ornament collections

  • Support wish list and collection features

  • Match user wish lists to items listed on TheTinselBox.com

  • Send optional push notifications and alerts

  • Improve the App and future features

  • Generate internal trend reports and analytics

  • Respond to support requests

  • Prevent misuse or abuse of the App

  • Fulfill subscription or in-app purchase features

3. Push Notifications

The App may send push notifications, including:

  • Collection reminders

  • Seasonal reminders

  • App updates

  • Wish list match alerts

  • Shop notifications when new items appear similar to a user’s saved wish list

You can manage notification permissions at any time through your iPhone or iPad settings.

4. iCloud, CloudKit, and Apple Services

The App may use Apple services such as:

  • iCloud

  • CloudKit

  • Apple Push Notification services

  • Apple StoreKit

These services may store or process certain user data on Apple’s systems according to Apple’s own policies and terms.

We encourage users to review Apple’s privacy policies for additional information.

5. Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party providers to support certain features and operations, including:

  • Cloudflare Workers or similar backend infrastructure

  • Apple services

  • Squarespace or TheTinselBox.com integrations

  • Resend or similar email delivery providers

  • Analytics, diagnostics, or notification services

These services may process limited data as needed to provide functionality.

We do not control third-party privacy practices, and their use of information is governed by their own policies.

6. Subscriptions and Payments

The App may offer paid subscriptions or in-app purchases through Apple’s App Store using StoreKit.

Payment processing is handled by Apple. We do not receive or store complete payment card information.

Subscription billing, renewals, cancellations, and refunds are generally managed through your Apple account and subject to Apple’s policies.

7. User Choices and Data Requests

You may:

  • Edit or delete collection information within the App

  • Disable notifications through device settings

  • Contact us regarding data questions or deletion requests

To request support or data-related assistance, contact:
hello@thetinselbox.com

Please note that certain data stored through Apple services may also need to be managed through your Apple account settings.

8. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Operate the App

  • Provide requested services

  • Maintain backups and technical operations

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes or enforce agreements

Deleted information may remain in backups or logs for a limited period of time.

9. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures intended to help protect information associated with the App.

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we may delete it.

Parents or guardians who believe a child has provided personal information may contact us at:
hello@thetinselbox.com

11. International Users

[ATTORNEY REVIEW RECOMMENDED]

If users access the App from outside the United States, their information may be processed or stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where service providers operate.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

If material changes are made, we may update the “Last Updated” date above and may provide additional notice within the App or through other appropriate means.

Continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

The Tinsel Box LLC
Email: hello@thetinselbox.com
Website: The Tinsel Box

Terms & Conditions

The Tinsel Box App
Last Updated: May 11, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of The Tinsel Box iOS application (“App”).

By downloading, accessing, or using the App, you agree to these Terms.

If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

The App is owned and operated by The Tinsel Box LLC (“The Tinsel Box,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

Website: The Tinsel Box
Support Email: hello@thetinselbox.com

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use the App.

If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you may only use the App with permission from a parent or legal guardian.

3. App Purpose

The App is designed to help collectors catalog, organize, and manage ornament collections and related information.

Features may change over time and may include:

  • Collection tracking

  • Wish lists

  • Photo storage

  • Tree/display organization

  • Shop matching

  • Notifications

  • Subscription features

4. User Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Information you choose to enter into the App

  • Maintaining access to your Apple account and devices

  • Reviewing and updating your information

  • Backing up important data where appropriate

You agree not to:

  • Misuse the App

  • Attempt unauthorized access to systems or data

  • Upload harmful or illegal content

  • Interfere with App functionality

  • Use the App in violation of applicable laws

5. User Content

You retain ownership of content you upload or submit, including:

  • Photos

  • Collection notes

  • Wish list information

  • Labels and descriptions

By submitting content through the App, you grant The Tinsel Box a limited license to:

  • Store

  • Process

  • Display

  • Transmit

that content as reasonably necessary to operate and improve the App.

You represent that you have the rights necessary to upload any content you provide.

6. Intellectual Property

The App, branding, logos, designs, graphics, text, and related materials are owned by or licensed to The Tinsel Box LLC and are protected by intellectual property laws.

You may not:

  • Copy

  • Reverse engineer

  • Redistribute

  • Modify

  • Commercially exploit

any part of the App except as permitted by law.

7. Subscriptions and In-App Purchases

Certain features may require paid subscriptions or purchases through Apple’s App Store.

Payments are processed by Apple, not by The Tinsel Box LLC directly.

Subscription terms, renewals, cancellations, and refunds are subject to Apple’s policies and your App Store account settings.

Prices and available features may change over time.

8. Push Notifications and Communications

By enabling notifications, you consent to receive App-related notifications, including:

  • Wish list match alerts

  • Seasonal reminders

  • Feature updates

  • Collection-related notifications

You can disable notifications at any time through your device settings.

9. Availability and Service Interruptions

We do not guarantee that the App will always be available, uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.

Features may change, be suspended, or discontinued at any time.

We may perform maintenance, updates, or technical changes without prior notice.

10. No Professional Valuation or Investment Advice

Any pricing, estimated value, rarity information, or collection-related insights provided through the App are for informational purposes only.

The App does not provide professional appraisal, investment, authentication, or valuation services.

Collectors should independently verify important information before making purchasing or selling decisions.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, The Tinsel Box LLC and its owners, affiliates, licensors, and service providers shall not be liable for:

  • Lost data

  • Collection inaccuracies

  • Service interruptions

  • Lost profits

  • Device issues

  • Indirect or consequential damages

Your use of the App is at your own risk.

Some jurisdictions may not allow certain limitations, so portions of this section may not apply to you.

[ATTORNEY REVIEW RECOMMENDED]

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the App if:

  • These Terms are violated

  • The App is misused

  • Required for operational, legal, or security reasons

You may stop using the App at any time.

Certain provisions of these Terms may survive termination.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time.

If changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date above and may provide additional notice where appropriate.

Continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of:
Michigan

15. Contact Information

The Tinsel Box LLC
Email: hello@thetinselbox.com
Website: The Tinsel Box