Ark

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About Ark

Ark is a mobile dating app aimed at single Christians of all denominations. Its App Store listing describes it as made by Christians, for Christians, and says users from Catholic, Baptist, Anglican, Evangelical, Orthodox and other traditions are welcome. The app is free to download with in-app purchases, and is listed for users aged 18 and over. The publisher is Ark Dating, Inc, whose Google Play listing gives an address in Tempe, Arizona. Crunchbase describes it as a private company with 1 to 10 employees.

The app's main selling point is profile checking. Ark says every profile is "Bible Verified" through a mix of AI and human review, and its help pages describe a photo verification step in which a user submits a photo in a pre-approved pose, with a purple check mark shown once approved. Its website lists matching by denomination, church attendance, marital history and family plans, a Blind Speed Dating feature of live five minute chats with photos hidden, and free swiping, matching and messaging. Paid tiers such as Ark Premium and Ark First Class add extra filters and direct matching.

DII named Ark in two start-up roundups in July 2024. One described its verification claims, and both treated it as a niche entrant that had not disclosed user or revenue figures. The US App Store listing shows about 10,000 ratings with a 4.6 average, although some reviewers say the user base is small outside major areas. Ark should not be confused with ArkLove, a separate Orthodox Christian dating app.

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Questions about Ark

What is Ark?

Ark is a dating app for single Christians of all denominations, published by Ark Dating, Inc. It is available on iPhone and Android.

Who owns Ark and where is it based?

The app is published by Ark Dating, Inc, whose Google Play listing gives an address in Tempe, Arizona, United States.

How does Ark verify profiles?

Ark says profiles are Bible Verified using AI and human review. Its help pages describe submitting a photo in a pre-approved pose, after which verified users get a purple check mark.

Is Ark free?

The app is free to download with in-app purchases. Its website says swiping, matching and messaging are free, and paid tiers add features such as extra filters.

Is Ark the same as ArkLove?

No. ArkLove is a separate app aimed at Orthodox Christians, with its own website.

Where is Ark based?

Ark is based in Tempe, United States.

Sources

1. Ark - Christian Dating App - App Store
2. Ark - Christian Dating App - Google Play
3. Ark - The Christian Dating App - App Store (Australia)
4. Features - Ark Christian Dating App
5. ark christian dating - Crunchbase
6. Niche Dating Apps: Differentiation or Just Déjà Vu?
7. New Dating Apps Bet on Niche Markets. Investors Should Be Skeptical.