Last updated: July 2, 2026
Crates ("the app") is a personal collection tracker for physical media and collectibles — movies, music, video games, and sports cards. It is developed by Alan Lopez as a single-developer indie app.
The following data is stored locally on your device only using your device's built-in storage:
None of this data is transmitted to any server operated by us.
Crates can optionally connect to a backend API for enhanced features (live search results, pricing estimates, cover art). This is controlled by you in Settings → Backend API Base URL.
When a backend URL is configured, the app may send item metadata — such as a movie title, album name, artist, or player name — to retrieve search results or cover art. No personal information about you is ever transmitted.
When no backend URL is configured, the app works entirely offline.
When backend lookups are enabled, cover art may be fetched from the following services using only item titles and years:
If you delete the app, all locally stored data is deleted with it. We recommend using the JSON export feature (Settings → Export Backup) to back up your collection before uninstalling.
Crates does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. The app is rated 4+ on the App Store and does not contain content directed at children.
We may update this privacy policy as the app evolves. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
Questions or concerns about this privacy policy: