Built-in security
Lock your Synology NAS against external threats.
Simplified login
Make authentication easier while keeping your data secure.
A solid foundation
Leverage Synology DSM's native security features to keep your admin and user accounts safe.
Password security
Set syntax rules and expiration dates for passwords to minimize the risk of login details being compromised.
Auto blocking
Block any IP addresses that make more than a set number of failed login attempts within a certain time.
Sign-in security
Prevent unauthorized access with adaptive multi-factor authentication (AMFA) and automated account locking after too many failed sign-in attempts.
Security alerts
Receive detailed email and mobile notifications whenever your system identifies suspicious logins.
A better login experience
Weak or reused passwords threaten the security of your Synology NAS. Complement or replace them with simpler yet secure methods of signing in.
Approve sign-in
Tap on a prompt in the Synology Secure SignIn app on your smartphone or tablet to approve sign-in requests. Login credentials are backed up to your Synology Account for easy recovery should you lose your device.
Biometric authentication and hardware security
Authenticate user logins using macOS TouchID, Windows Hello, or FIDO2/U2F hardware security keys.
How it works
See how you can simplify your login experience without compromising the security of your Synology NAS.
Passwordless sign-in
- Step 1Connect to your Synology DSM and key in your username
- Step 2Tap on the push notification sent to your mobile device
- Step 3Tap "Approve" on your device screen to sign in
Two-factor authentication (2FA) with FIDO2
- Step 1Connect to your Synology DSM and key in your username
- Step 2Key in your password and click on "Next"
- Step 3Insert your FIDO2 hardware security key when prompted
- Step 4Authenticate with your fingerprint to sign in
Download Secure SignIn
Scan the QR code to download for Android or iOS.
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