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The Ark 1.0
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- The Ark 1.0 device (~85,000 photos)
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- Device
- Ark 1.0
- Storage
- 256GB
- Photos it can hold (approx.)
- ~85,000
- Storage expandable
- ArkMessage, ArkDrive, ArkNotes, ArkMail
- Up to 10 members
- 45-day money-back guarantee
- Hardware warranty
- 2 years
- Direct support
- Standard
$499
One-time. No subscription. Previous generation.
Payment handled by Stripe. Cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
“Knowing our photos aren’t being scanned or sold to advertisers. That alone was worth it. The chat is a bonus.”
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- The Ark 2.0 Package · $999
- The Ark 2.0 Premium Package · $1,399
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What's the same. What's different.
| Feature | The Ark 1.0 $499 | The Ark 2.0 Package $999 | The Ark 2.0 Premium Package $1,399 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Getting started | The whole family | Power users |
| Device | Ark 1.0 | Ark 2.0 | Ark 2.0 |
| Storage | 256GB | 1TB | 2TB |
| Photos it can hold (approx.) | ~85,000 | ~330,000 | ~660,000 |
| Storage expandable | |||
| ArkMessage, ArkDrive, ArkNotes, ArkMail | |||
| Up to 10 members | |||
| 45-day money-back guarantee | |||
| Encrypted backup disk | – | ||
| Hardware warranty | 2 years | 3 years | 3 years |
| Direct support | Standard | 24/7 | 24/7 |
| Beta access to new features | – | – | |
| Founder onboarding call | – | – |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I actually pay?
Click any Purchase button. We hand off to Stripe Checkout, which accepts cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. You will get a receipt and shipping confirmation by email.
Where do you ship?
United States, Canada, EU, and the UK. We are adding regions as we scale. If your country is not listed, email support@arkcentral.com and we will tell you a realistic timeline.
How long does shipping take?
Each Ark is built to order, and we aim to have it delivered within 14 days. You will get a tracking number once it ships. Premium orders are expedited at no extra charge.
What is the return policy?
45 days from delivery. Full refund, no questions. We pay return shipping subject to our return policy.
What is the warranty?
2 years on The Ark 1.0. 3 years on the 2.0 Package and Premium Package. Covers all hardware defects. We replace, not repair. Your data stays on the encrypted backup disk while a new device ships.
Is there a subscription?
No. The Ark is a one-time purchase that includes access to the core ecosystem and features at no additional cost.
Can I expand storage later?
Yes. The Ark will be expandable up to 10+ TB via add-on storage modules. We are working on these now and they ship later in 2026.