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Spec sheet

Product
The Ark is a private home device for storing family photos, videos, files, and messages on hardware the buyer owns.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Integrations
The product is presented as a private alternative for family chats and photos scattered across services such as WhatsApp, Google Photos, Drive, and iCloud.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Privacy
The maker says family data is held on the home device rather than a third-party server, and ArkCentral does not hold messages, files, contacts, or history.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Support
The company lists [email protected] as its support contact.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Headquarters
Sheridan, Wyoming, United StatesRead 28 Sep 2026 · arkcentral.com
Chat
ArkMessage supports real-time private family chats and group rooms.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Data recovery
The terms say ArkCentral cannot recover data if a user loses access to local credentials or trusted devices.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Encryption
The technical overview says data is encrypted end-to-end, in transit, and at rest, including AES-256 encryption at rest.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Family limit
One Ark supports up to 10 family members, and a second Ark can be added to expand the network.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Media and files
Photos and videos shared in chats are saved automatically, and the device includes a shared family drive for albums, files, and lists.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Remote access
Users can securely access photos and files from anywhere when the Ark is powered on and connected to the internet at home.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Returns and warranty
The terms offer a 45-day money-back return period and a limited two-year hardware warranty.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Supported devices
The maker says The Ark currently works with iPhone, iPad, and Mac; Android support is coming soon.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
Upcoming features
Private local AI photo search, a shared family calendar, and automatic memory timelines are listed as coming soon.Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com

Plans and prices

The Ark 1.0 $499, paid once One-time. No subscription. 256GB fixed · 85,000 photos or 2,000 min of 1080p video · storage not expandable Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com
The Ark 2.0 $599, paid once One-time. No subscription. 256GB · 85,000 photos or 2,000 min of 1080p video · expandable to 8TB Read 11 Oct 2026 · arkcentral.com

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