What is Screambox
Service overview
Screambox is a subscription streaming service focused on horror films, documentaries and curated genre content.
It offers a library of classic and indie horror titles for on-demand viewing across apps and web.
Where it’s offered
Screambox is available via its website and through platform app stores depending on device and region.
Corporate and company details are published by Screambox on their site. Company info
How to cancel Screambox
Cancel via Screambox website
- Sign in to your Screambox account on the Screambox website.
- Go to Account or Settings and look for Subscription or Billing options.
- Follow the on-screen option to cancel; this will stop future renewals but keep access until the billing period ends.
Cancel via app stores
- iOS (App Store): Cancel by disabling auto-renewal through your Apple ID subscriptions at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends.
- Google Play: Specific cancellation guidance for Screambox via Google Play is not documented in the sources found; use your Google Play subscriptions page to manage or cancel if you subscribed there.
- If you subscribed through a third-party platform, cancel through that platform’s subscription management (App Store, Play Store, or other service).
What happens when you cancel
Access after cancellation
Cancelling stops future billing but normally preserves access until the end of the paid billing cycle.
You can continue streaming through the paid period unless otherwise stated by the platform or provider.
Account and data
Cancellation generally does not delete your account automatically; your profile and settings may remain unless you request deletion.
To remove personal data, contact Screambox support or check account settings for data or account-deletion options.
Will I get a refund?
Official refund policy (general)
Screambox generally does not provide refunds or pro-rated credits for partially used subscription periods.
Cancellation mid-cycle typically does not qualify for a refund, except in rare or discretionary cases handled by support.
Exceptions and dispute options
- If you subscribed via the App Store or Google Play, platform refund policies and dispute procedures apply; Apple/Google handle their own refund decisions.
- If you believe you were charged incorrectly or cannot cancel, consider the app-store dispute process or your bank's chargeback as a last resort.
- For reference on refund expectations see a third-party summary: Screambox refund summary
Screambox plans and pricing
Pricing overview
No official INR pricing was found in the verified sources; the service lists USD prices publicly.
Check the Indian App Store or Google Play for exact INR amounts and regional offers.
Known prices (USD)
| Plan | Period | Price (USD) |
| Standard | Monthly | $6.99/month |
| Standard | Annual | $59.99/year |
| Promotional / Platform offers | Various | $4.99/month; $14.99 per 6 months; $26.99/year (via platform offers) |
Your consumer rights in India
Cooling-off and refunds
Indian consumer protection rules provide a 14-day 'cooling-off' period for online purchases unless the consumer expressly waives it after being informed.
Streaming services may be treated as digital services; applicability can vary based on how the subscription was sold and whether access began with consent.
Dispute channels
- Try the app-store dispute process if billed via Apple or Google.
- If refunds are denied, consider contacting the payment provider or filing a consumer complaint under Indian consumer protection frameworks.
- Document correspondence and dates when escalating a dispute with your bank or consumer forum.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
Some users praised Screambox for curated horror content, including documentaries and exclusive indie titles.
Improvements such as additions to supported devices have been noted positively by parts of the user base.
Negative feedback
Many users report app instability, playback crashes, blank screens and login issues across platforms.
Other common complaints include being charged without access, difficulty cancelling, intrusive ads during playback, and limited casting/device support.
Documentation checklist
Before you cancel
- Gather account email, subscription start date, and payment method details.
- Take screenshots of active subscription and billing statements if available.
If you need a refund or dispute
- Save confirmation emails, receipts, and cancellation confirmation (if provided).
- Note dates and support ticket numbers for all communications with Screambox or app stores.
Common mistakes
Not checking where you subscribed
Users sometimes try to cancel on the Screambox site when the subscription is managed by Apple or Google; this prevents effective cancellation.
Always confirm the original sign-up method before following steps to cancel.
Missing timing and refund expectations
Waiting until the last hour to cancel on iOS can fail if Apple requires 24-hour notice to stop auto-renewal.
Assuming a mid-cycle refund will be granted is a common error; Screambox generally does not provide pro-rated refunds.
Comparative recap
Quick method comparison
| Method | Ease of cancellation | Refunds | Access after cancel |
| Web (Screambox account) | Manageable via account settings on Screambox site | Generally none; exceptions rare | Access usually continues to end of billing period |
| iOS (App Store) | Cancel via Apple ID subscriptions; must disable auto-renewal 24+ hours before period end | Refunds handled by Apple; Screambox does not confirm separate refunds | Access follows Apple subscription period rules |
| Google Play | Manage via Google Play subscriptions page; specific Screambox guidance not documented | Refunds handled by Google Play policies | Access normally until billing period ends unless platform rules differ |
After cancelling
If cancellation succeeded
Keep confirmation emails or screenshots showing the subscription was cancelled and the end date for access.
Continue to use the service until the paid period ends, then sign in to verify access is removed.
If you need help or want to escalate
Address
Corporate mailing address
Screambox, LLC
1901 Avenue of the Stars, Ste. 1200, Los Angeles, California 90067, United States
Notes on contacting
Use account settings or the app-store support channels first for subscription issues.
If escalating, include documentation from the checklist and reference dates, receipts and correspondence.