What is NAS?

A Network Attached Storage (NAS) provides a centralized location on a network to store data. A Synology NAS goes beyond that, enabling you to build a private cloud to store, access, back up, and share files freely and securely.

Build your personal cloud with Synology

Customize storage to fit your needs

Customize storage to fit your needs

Access and share your files intuitively

Access and share your files intuitively

Back up your PCs and Macs automatically

Back up your PCs and Macs automatically

Safeguard and organize your media

Safeguard and organize your media

Secure your home with private video surveillance

Secure your home with private video surveillance

Customize storage to fit your needs

Synology NAS empowers you to securely store terabytes of data at your home, without any of the monthly fees that come with cloud storage. Our NAS and expansion units support a variety of hard disks (HDD) and flash drives (SSD), allowing you to adjust and expand your storage to fit your needs. Learn more

Customize storage to fit your needs

Access and share your files intuitively

Providing you with simple options to store, access, and share data is what a Synology NAS does best. Upload files at the speed of your local connection, share them quickly through secure sharing links, and access them from any browser, desktop, or mobile device. Learn more

Access and share your files intuitively

Back up your PCs and Macs automatically

Keep files synced across all your devices with the Synology Drive private cloud. Drive also allows you to restore documents to a previous version when things go wrong. If you are using macOS, you can use Time Machine to back up files to your Synology NAS. Learn more

Back up your PCs and Macs automatically

Safeguard and organize your media

Let Synology Photos automatically back up photos and videos taken on mobile devices. To save you time, the system groups media based on people appearing in them, places they were shot at, and more. Learn more

Safeguard and organize your media

Secure your home with private video surveillance

Keep people and property safe with a powerful and intuitive suite of surveillance solutions. Synology Surveillance Station works with a wide range of IP cameras and even enables you to monitor your home from anywhere through a handy mobile app. Learn more

Secure your home with private video surveillance

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Essential Storage

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Advanced Data Management

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General Purpose Storage

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FAQsWhy should I use a Synology NAS?A Synology NAS is one of the most secure and cost-efficient ways to store data. Our suite of data management and backup applications gives you control and complete ownership over the way you manage data without incurring costly recurring fees.Is Synology NAS good for home users?If you and your family are looking for a secure and cost-effective way to back up all of your devices, photos, and videos without paying expensive monthly fees, a Synology NAS is a great option.Can I back up my photos to my Synology NAS?Yes, Synology Photos is an all-in-one photo management solution that allows you to back up, organize, and share your photos intuitively.Learn moreCan I back up my Synology NAS to the cloud?Yes, data on your Synology NAS can be backed up to a variety of cloud services, including our own Synology C2 Storage.Learn moreWhich Synology NAS model should I buy? How many drive bays do I need?Picking the right NAS model will depend on your storage and performance needs, as well as what purpose you intend to use your NAS for. For help with deciding which model is right for you, check out our NAS Selector tool.What is Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM)?Synology DSM is the intuitive operating system that powers every Synology NAS. It includes powerful license-free solutions for file and media management, sharing, backup, surveillance, and more.Learn moreWhat is Synology Drive?Synology Drive is Synology DSM’s file sharing and syncing solution that allows you to sync, share, and access your files from anywhere, transforming your NAS into your own, private cloud.Learn more

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