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
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What's the same. What's different.
| Feature | The Ark 1.0 $499 | Early Access $999 | Premium $1,399 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Device | Ark 1.0 | Ark 2.0 | Ark 2.0 |
| Storage | 256GB | 1TB | 2TB |
| ArkMessenger, ArkDrive, ArkNotes, ArkMail | |||
| End-to-end encrypted | |||
| 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 software | — | — | |
| 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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Early Access
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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Premium Early Access
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. The guided walkthrough takes you from unbox to first message in under 10 minutes.
- 04
Encrypted backup disk
Early Access and Premium only. A second encrypted copy of everything, in case the unexpected happens.
Common questions
Before you reserve.
How do I actually pay?
Click any "Reserve" 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 with a 14-day production window, then 3 to 7 business days for tracked delivery. Premium orders get expedited shipping at no 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. 3 years on Early Access and Premium. 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.
Stop renting your digital life.
Reserve The Ark today. We send you a payment link and ship within 14 days.