The Ark 2.0
Own your digital life.
A private device for chat, photos, and files. End-to-end encrypted. No subscription.
From $599 · Storage expandable to 8TB · Delivered in 14 days · 45-day money-back guarantee
Choose your Ark
One device. Pick the size that fits your family.
The Ark 2.0
The whole family's photos, messages and files, in a box you own.
Every size is expandable to 8TB later.
$999
One-time. No subscription.
45 days to try it. Full refund if it is not for you.
Delivered in 14 days · Checkout via Stripe
Which one is yours?
Pick the closest. We will point at a size.
About 450 GB: roughly 150,000 photos or 3,500 minutes of 1080p video.
The Ark 2.0 at 1TB, $999.
Room to grow, and a second drive can go in later.
The Ark 1.0
The previous generation, at a lower entry price. Fixed 256GB, roughly 85,000 photos or 2,000 minutes of 1080p video.
Storage not expandable
Two devices, one difference that matters
Both run the same apps for up to ten people. The Ark 2.0's storage is expandable, the Ark 1.0's storage isn't. If the library will grow, that is the whole decision.
Expandable storage
Buy the size you need now. Add more when you need it.
The Ark 2.0 has two internal drive slots. The Ark 1.0 does not, so its 256GB is fixed for the life of the device.
Slot one
Up to 4TB
The drive your Ark ships with. Choose anywhere from 256GB to 4TB at checkout.
Slot two
Up to 4TB more
A second bay you can fill later. Add a standard drive yourself, or buy one fitted from us.
Together
Up to 8TB
Roughly two and a half million photos. The Ark formats and encrypts the new drive on its own, with nothing to configure.
Compare
What’s the same. What’s different.
| Feature | The Ark 1.0 $499 | The Ark 2.0 From $599 |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Getting started | The whole family |
| Storage | 256GB fixed | 256GB to 4TB |
| Photos it can hold (approx.) | ~85,000 | ~85,000 to ~1,300,000 |
| Or minutes of 1080p video (approx.) | ~2,000 | ~2,000 to ~32,000 |
| Storage expandable | – | Yes, up to 8TB total |
| ArkMessage, ArkMedia, ArkNotes | ||
| Up to 10 members | ||
| 45-day money-back guarantee | ||
| Encrypted backup disk | – | |
| Hardware warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Direct support | Standard | 24/7 |
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 iPhone 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 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.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, on the Ark 2.0. Every size has a second internal slot that takes a drive of up to 4TB, for 8TB in total. The Ark formats and encrypts the new drive on its own. The Ark 1.0 has a single sealed drive and is not expandable.
Can I move to a newer Ark later?
Yes. You will be able to easily migrate everything, including all your chats, albums, and files, to a newer Ark via your encrypted backup disk or over a direct connection between the two devices, much like moving to a new iPhone.