Arcade is a social platform designed with a two-mode viewing model called Outer Edge and Inner Edge. The Outer Edge presents posts as thumbnails with descriptions and interaction options, allowing users to browse the content in general before delving deeper. The Inner Edge is the scrollable feed where each post is displayed in full: full-screen videos, image carousels, and multimedia content in its native format. This structure allows users to navigate between a panoramic view of the content and an immersive consumption experience.
The platform operates under the four zeros rule: zero ads, zero censorship, zero data collection, and zero content manipulation. There is no advertising inserted into the feed, content is not filtered or suppressed based on editorial criteria, personal data is not sold to third parties, and the algorithm does not artificially alter the order or visibility of posts to favor external interests.
Regarding publishing, Arcade offers multiple content creation modes, including text, images, and videos up to three minutes long. Posts can be edited after being shared. The interaction system includes comments, reactions, and the ability to share content within the platform.
The social section comprises a direct messaging system with no conversation limits, the ability to create themed communities, and independent servers. Users can manage sessions on up to five accounts simultaneously from a single device, allowing them to separate personal and professional profiles without having to log out.
The platform integrates several engagement programs: Influencer, Content Creator, an invitation system, and a monetization module that allows users to generate income from their activity within the app. Each user has a global profile, access to collections to organize saved content, and a search engine with no usage restrictions.
Arcade is developing future features that include extended customization tools, the ability for each user to create their own content discovery algorithm, granular control over what profile information is visible, and expanded tools for creators.