Features & Capabilities

Are.na offers an ad-free, algorithm-free space to collect and organize everything you encounter on the web—whether links, images, videos, or text—into collections you control. Built for curiosity-driven designers, researchers, and creators, Are.na stays independent and low-noise so ideas can connect without distractions.

Save content into collections, arrange items in a clean, distraction-free space, and collaborate with others. Share ideas privately or publicly, invite collaborators, and tap into a thoughtful community that values curiosity over engagement metrics—Are.na is powered by people, not ads.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
When It Changed Inc.
Rating:
4.90
(238)
4 new ratings
Version:
2.0.8 Last updated: 2026-06-01
Version code:
886338157
Creation date:
2017-12-17
Compatible devices:
Size:
70.96MB
URLs:
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Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-14
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Ranking

Other platforms

Chrome
Are.na (v2.12.0)
40,000 3.81 (27)
Android
Are.na (v2.0.0)
57,904 3.92 (103)

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Developed by:
When It Changed Inc.
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/are-na/id1299153149

User Reviews

Are.na is repeatedly praised as an ad-free, algorithm-free, highly focused space for curating and archiving ideas. Users love its journal-like capability, mood-board potential, and versatility for projects, research, and personal lists, all within a clean, minimalist UI. A strong, niche community and the feeling of ownership online are frequently highlighted. However, reviews flag stability issues (bugs/crashes), login problems, feature gaps (sorting, channel management), and slow updates. Some note cross-platform inconsistencies, though recent UX tweaks have improved usability for some users.
Pros
  • Ad-free, algorithm-free experience with a distraction-free, user-curated feed.
  • Excellent archival/organization: journal-like structure for images, PDFs, notes, and mood boards.
  • Strong community with niche interests and meaningful online connections.
  • Clean, minimalist UI with fast, responsive performance.
  • Versatile use-cases across projects, research, mood boards, and personal lists.
Cons
  • Frequent bugs and crashes across mobile and desktop, hurting usability.
  • Login/authentication problems, including inability to log in and lack of a password reset option.
  • Missing essential features and navigation gaps (sorting by connections, managing many channels, inconsistent app behavior).
  • Lack of timely updates and security fixes; long periods without app updates.
  • Inconsistent experience across platforms (desktop is solid, mobile has notable issues).
Recent reviews
Been using are.na religiously since like 2022. It feels almost like a journal, something to look back on that encapsulates your interests over time. Really good stuff!
by ug*****, 2026-04-13

Literally the only app I use to curate images now. No distracting bells or whistles like other social media. The subscription is 1,000% worth the ad-less experience.
by yo*****, 2026-03-11

arena changed my life. i recommend it to everyone and talk about it constantly.
by se*****, 2026-03-05
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