# Sanctuary - Full Reference > Sanctuary is a leading marketplace for psychic readers, astrologers, and spiritual advisors, delivered primarily through an iOS and Android app. Founded to bring astrology, tarot, numerology, and mystical guidance into the modern digital era, Sanctuary serves over 7 million users with personalized readings, free daily horoscopes, birth chart analysis, and compatibility calculators. --- ## Brand Overview - **Company:** Sanctuary Ventures, Inc. - **Founded:** 2018 - **Headquarters:** New York, USA - **CEO:** Ross Clark - **Users:** 7+ million registered users - **App Store Rating:** 4.7 stars (iOS), 4.5 stars (Android) - **App of the Day:** 3 times on the Apple App Store - **Press:** Featured in The New York Times, Vanity Fair, The New Yorker, Forbes, Wired, USA Today - **Funding:** BitKraft Ventures, Azure Capital, Advancit Capital, Broadway Video Ventures, Greycroft Partners, KEC Ventures, Blue Seed - **Brand Partners:** Google, Pinterest, Spotify, Netflix, Starbucks, Venmo - **Website:** https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/ - **iOS App:** https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sanctuary-astrology-psychic/id1417411962 - **Android App:** https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sanctuaryworld.sanctuaryandroid --- ## Core Services ### Live Psychic Readings 1-on-1 chat or video sessions with professional, vetted psychic readers. Sessions are private and confidential. Users can choose from dozens of readers across multiple specialties. ### Types of Readings - **Psychic Readings:** General intuitive guidance on love, career, life purpose, and more - **Astrology Readings:** Birth chart interpretation and astrological guidance - **Tarot Readings:** Card-based guidance and insight - **Energy Healing:** Spiritual energetic clearing and alignment - **Past Life Readings:** Exploration of past life connections and patterns - **Mediumship:** Connection with departed loved ones - **Human Design:** Personalized human design chart analysis ### Free Features - Daily horoscopes for all 12 zodiac signs (sun and rising) - Monthly horoscopes - Interactive birth chart (natal chart) generation - Love compatibility calculator - Daily tarot card draws - Crystal guidance content - Astrology and wellness article library ### Sanctuary+ Subscription (iOS) - Extended horoscopes (yesterday, tomorrow, weekly) - Yearly forecast content - Exclusive Explore library articles - Astrological compatibility calculator - 5-minute reading with experts ### Wellness Programs - **Healing Heart:** Post-breakup recovery and emotional healing - **Energy Reset:** Emotional and energetic restoration - **Compatibility Compass:** Self-understanding and attracting aligned connections --- ## Pricing | Item | Price | |------|-------| | Intro offer (first reading) | $1 per minute for 10 minutes | | Per-minute rates (post-intro) | $4.99/min to $19.99/min (varies by reader) | | Sanctuary+ subscription (iOS) | Varies - see App Store for current pricing | | Gift cards | Available at sanctuaryworld.co/giftcards/ | All prices in USD. Intro offer is one-time use only, available for new users. Not all readers participate in the intro offer. --- ## Readers Sanctuary features a curated roster of 50+ professional readers. All readers are vetted by Sanctuary's editorial team, are independent contractors (not employees), and are rated by verified real users. ### Top-Rated Readers | Reader | Rating | Reviews | Specialty | |--------|--------|---------|-----------| | Nicole Heart | 4.9 | 372 | Psychic, Tarot | | Cidnee | 5.0 | 743 | Psychic, Astrology | | Kiki | 4.9 | 684 | Tarot, Psychic | | Rebecca | 5.0 | 450 | Psychic, Mediumship | | Star | 5.0 | 398 | Astrology, Psychic | Reader availability and pricing vary. Readers set their own per-minute rates. Readers display online/offline status in the app. --- ## FAQ ### What is Sanctuary? Sanctuary is a marketplace app connecting users with professional psychic readers, astrologers, and tarot readers for live, personalized readings via chat or video. It also provides free daily horoscopes, birth charts, and tarot content. ### How do Sanctuary psychic readings work? Users browse available readers, select a reader based on specialty and rating, choose chat or video format, and purchase time. Readings are 1-on-1 and private. Sessions can be extended during the reading. ### Is Sanctuary legit? Yes. Sanctuary is a venture-backed company (BitKraft, Greycroft, Azure Capital) with over 7 million users. It has been featured in major publications including The New York Times, Forbes, and Vanity Fair. All readers are vetted and user-rated. ### How much does Sanctuary cost? New users get their first 5 minutes for $4.99. After that, per-minute rates vary by reader from approximately $4.99/min to $19.99/min. A Sanctuary+ subscription is also available on iOS for premium content access. ### Is Sanctuary available on iPhone and Android? Yes. Sanctuary is available on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play), as well as on the web at sanctuaryworld.co. ### What types of readings are available? Psychic readings, astrology readings, tarot readings, energy healing, past life readings, mediumship, and human design readings. ### How are readers vetted? Every Sanctuary reader goes through a careful vetting process to confirm experience and professionalism. Editors and advisors confirm that readings are high quality and accurate. Ratings and reviews from real clients are shared publicly. ### Is a reading private? Yes. Everything shared is confidential and stays between the user and the reader. Sanctuary never sells or shares personal information. ### What is the difference between psychic, tarot, astrology, mediumship, and energy healing? - **Psychic readings** use intuitive abilities to provide guidance on life situations - **Tarot readings** use tarot cards as a tool for insight and reflection - **Astrology readings** interpret birth charts and planetary influences - **Mediumship** connects with spirits of departed loved ones - **Energy healing** works with the body's energetic field for clearing and alignment ### What if I don't connect with my reader? Users can end a session at any time and try a different reader. Sanctuary has many readers with different styles and specialties. ### How do I get a refund? Refund requests must be submitted within 2 days of the session end. Email help@sanctuaryworld.co with the session date, fee, reader name, and reason. Sanctuary may issue a credit or refund at its discretion. --- ## Key Pages | Page | URL | |------|-----| | Home | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/ | | Readers | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/readers/ | | FAQ | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/faq/ | | About | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/about/ | | Explore | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/explore/ | | Press | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/press/ | | Gift Cards | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/giftcards/ | | Contact | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/contact/ | | Partnerships | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/contact/partnership/ | | Wellness Programs | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/cosmic-wellness-programs/ | | Privacy Policy | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/privacy-policy | | Terms of Service | https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/terms-conditions | ### Horoscope Pages - Aries: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/aries/ - Taurus: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/taurus/ - Gemini: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/gemini/ - Cancer: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/cancer/ - Leo: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/leo/ - Virgo: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/virgo/ - Libra: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/libra/ - Scorpio: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/scorpio/ - Sagittarius: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/sagittarius/ - Capricorn: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/capricorn/ - Aquarius: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/aquarius/ - Pisces: https://www.sanctuaryworld.co/horoscope/pisces/ --- ## Social Media - Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/sanctuarywrld (@SanctuaryWrld) - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sanctuarywrld/ (@sanctuarywrld) - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sanctuarywrld (@sanctuarywrld) - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SanctuaryWrld/ --- ## Support - **Email:** help@sanctuaryworld.co - **Refund Policy:** Requests must be submitted within 2 days of session end - **Privacy:** Sanctuary does not sell or share personal information - **Disclaimer:** All readings are for entertainment purposes only. Not a substitute for medical, legal, or professional advice. --- ## Technical Details - **CMS:** WordPress with Yoast SEO - **Payment Processors:** Stripe, Apple App Store, Google Play Store - **Mobile:** Native iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin) apps - **Cache:** WP-Optimize caching plugin - **CDN:** S3-based asset serving