The Ark 2.0
Own your digital life.
A private device for chat, photos, and files. End-to-end encrypted. No subscription.
Three tiers from $499 · Delivered in 14 days · 45-day money-back guarantee
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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 (previous version) | Ark 2.0 | Ark 2.0 |
| Storage | 256GB | 1TB | 2TB |
| Photos it can hold (approx.) | ~85,000 | ~330,000 | ~660,000 |
| ArkMessenger, 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 | – | – |
The Ark 1.0
Own your digital life. Nothing more.
$499
One-time. No subscription. Previous generation.
- The Ark 1.0 device (256GB)
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The Ark 2.0 Package
The Ark plus the kit to make it last.
$999
One-time. Most popular pick.
- The Ark 2.0 device (1TB)
- Encrypted backup disk included ($149 value)
- Extended 3-year hardware warranty
- 24/7 direct support
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The Ark 2.0 Premium Package
Maximum storage. Direct line to the founder.
$1,399
One-time. Limited spots.
- The Ark 2.0 device (2TB)
- Encrypted backup disk included ($149 value)
- Extended 3-year hardware warranty
- 24/7 direct support
- First beta access to new software features
- Founder onboarding call (30 to 45 min with Francis)
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In the box
Unbox. Scan. You're live.
- 01
The Ark 2.0
The device itself. Plug it into power - no technical setup required.
- 02
Power supply and cable
One wire to get it running. No extra cables.
- 03
Start guide with QR code
Scan to download the iOS app. If you can set up an iPhone, you can set up the Ark. The guided walkthrough takes you from unbox to first message in under 10 minutes.
- 04
Encrypted backup disk
The Ark 2.0 Package and Premium Package only. A second encrypted copy of everything, in case the unexpected happens.
FAQ
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.net 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.