Release Notes for DS finder

DS finder allows you to set up and manage your Synology NAS, sends you NAS-related notifications, and opens your door to the world of Synology apps. And yes, all these features can be accessed directly from your phone, so wave goodbye to complicated setup and management with DS finder!

Version: 2.5.2-449


(2023-09-12)

What's New

  1. Supports displaying device connection statuses.
  2. Supports displaying hostnames.
  3. Adjusted the interface on the General page.
  4. Improved error message display and information.
  5. Improved the Wake on LAN (WOL) user experience.

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed the storage status inconsistency between the application and DSM.
  2. Fixed the incorrect unread message counts for push notifications.
  3. Fixed the issue preventing the login page from displaying when users had logged in through DSM 7.2 on web browsers.
  4. Fixed the issue where the "You don't have enough privilege" error message could appear incorrectly.
  5. Fixed the issue where users might be required to perform OTP authentication again after 2FA login and device trust.
  6. Fixed abnormal UI display in DSM 7.2 when switching from mobile to desktop mode.
  7. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.5.1-434


(2023-03-29)

What's New

  1. Improved the interface design for better user experience in locating the Wake-on-LAN (WOL) function.

Version: 2.5.0-431


(2023-03-08)

Compatibility & Installation

  1. DS finder is only compatible with DSM 5.0 and above.

What's New

  1. Supports switching between different accounts in DS finder.
  2. Supports Adaptive Multi-Factor Authentication (Adaptive MFA).
  3. Supports Synology Secure SignIn.
  4. Supports FIDO2-compliant hardware security keys.
  5. Supports displaying notifications of specific devices.

Fixed Issues

  1. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.3-404


(2022-12-20)

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where users were not able to create an admin account when fresh installing DSM via DS finder.
  2. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.2-400


(2022-03-08)

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where DSM mobile might not open properly due to untrusted certificate when connecting via QuickConnect.
  2. Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.4.1-398


(2021-10-05)

Important Notes

  1. The update is expected to be available in all regions within the next few days. The actual time of release may vary slightly depending on the region.

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where "Find your NAS" could not function properly on Android 11.
  2. Fixed minor bugs.

Known Issues

  1. Please update your Synology NAS to DSM 7.0-41890 or above versions if you encounter display issues when you switch to Desktop Mode in DSM mobile.

Version: 2.4.0-396


(2021-05-18)

Compatibility and Installation

  1. This version is only available on Android 8.0 and above versions.

What's New

  1. Updated to be compatible with DSM 7.0.
  2. Supports enabling Synology Active Insight (available on DSM 7.0 only).
  3. Added the "Install important DSM updates automatically" option in update settings (available on DSM 7.0 only).

Fixed Issues

  1. Fixed an issue where opening DS audio from DS finder might fail.
  2. Fixed an issue where DS finder might display incorrect information when connecting to a Synology NAS that is running a memory check.

Version: 2.3.3-367


(2020-12-15)

Fixed Issues

  1. Enhanced the security for setting passwords.

Version: 2.3.2-366


(2020-10-05)

Important Note

  • The update is expected to be available in all regions within the next few days. The actual time of release may vary slightly depending on the region.

Fixed Issues

  • Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.3.1-357


(2020-01-07)

What's New

  • Added Google Analytics for Firebase

Fixed Issue

  • Fixed the issue where users may be unable to create accounts after DSM installation

Version: 2.3.0-354


(2019-08-27)

What's New

  • Supports Thai user interface.

  • Enhanced the notification time to provide the exact date and time for notifications sent between 1 to 7 days.

  • Added global notification in the device list.

Fixed Issues

  • Fixed the issue for Mi device that push notification might be lost.
  • Minor bug fixes.

Version: 2.2.0-334


(2019-05-14)
  • Added a Wake On LAN (WOL) button in the new menu on Device list

  • Added support for application passcode lock

  • Modified DSM update settings from DSM 6.2.2 and above

  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 2.1.1-327


(2019-03-26)
  • Upgraded push notification service from GCM to FCM

  • Enhanced the stability of QuickConnect service in China

  • Added system temperature information

  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 2.1.0-297


(2019-01-21)
  • New user account management feature

  • Users can now manage DiskStation Manager (DSM) update settings

  • Added support for IP Blocking

  • Supports installing DSM on most models (rack mount models, desktop models of FS and XS series, and EDS14 excluded)

  • Fixed an issue where Wake on LAN (WOL) might not work properly

  • Fixed a security vulnerability regarding login password encryption

  • Enhanced the encryption mechanism of users’ privacy data

  • Fixed an issue where users might fail to log in

Version: 2.1.0-293


(2019-01-15)
  • New user account management feature

  • Users can now manage DiskStation Manager (DSM) update settings

  • Added support for IP Blocking

  • Supports installing DSM on most models (rack mount models, desktop models of FS and XS series, and EDS14 excluded)

  • Fixed an issue where Wake on LAN (WOL) might not work properly

  • Fixed a security vulnerability regarding login password encryption

  • Enhanced the encryption mechanism of users’ privacy data

Version: 2.0.2-235


(2018-08-23)
  • Added support for Wake-on-Lan (WOL) customized port
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 2.0.1-202


(2018-07-19)
  • Fixed where volume status might be abnormal when performing Data Scrubbing
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 2.0.0-193


(2018-05-25)
  1. Introduced a brand-new user interface to enhance usability
  2. Added support for installing DiskStation Manager (DSM) (on selected models)
  3. Added support for exploring Synology's featured apps
  4. Added support for QuickConnect setup

Version: 1.8.0-125


(2016-08-03)
  • Supports turning off beep alerts of system abnormalities
  • Fixed an issue where shutting down or restarting the Synology NAS through DS finder might fail when Docker DSM was enabled
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.7.1-122


(2016-04-19)
  • . Fixed an issue where the WOL (Wake on LAN) service might fail

Version: 1.7-120


(2016-03-28)
  • DS finder will direct users to the installation page when selecting a Synology NAS without DSM installed
  • Fixed an issue where DS finder and DSM might not have consistent storage usage information
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.6-117


(2016-01-22)
  • Users can open DSM mobile from the list of Synology NASs in LAN
  • Your mobile device can be remembered to avoid repeated password entry for 2-step verification
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.5.7-104


(2015-10-22)
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.5.5-092


(2015-05-12)
  • Traditional Chinese is now displayed for Hong Kong users
  • Fixed an issue causing the loss of the connection after a reboot of the DiskStation when you use a QuickConnect ID
  • Minor bug fixes and usability enhancements

Version: 1.5.4-087


(2014-12-25)
  • Fixed an issue where the search function could trigger high power consumption

Version: 1.5.3-085


(2014-12-16)
  • Improved support for Android 5.0
  • Redesigned with an action bar to guarantee support for all devices

Version: 1.5.2-079


(2014-11-14)
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.5.1-074


(2014-03-10)
  • It's now possible to modify the port when adding a server from "DiskStations in LAN"
  • Improved the support form to contact us, added a "What's new" section
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.5-069


(2014-01-23)
  • Login with QuickConnect is now available
  • It's now possible to verify the certificate installed on the DiskStation for an even more secure connection
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.4.1-061


(2013-03-03)
  • Added a feedback form to contact us
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.4-055


(2013-01-07)
  • Supports two-step login verification (Time based One-Time-Password) to better protect your account (requires DSM 4.2 Beta)
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.3-043


(2012-08-31)
  • Supports WOL over Internet
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.2-036


(2012-03-05)
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.1-022


(2012-03-05)
  • Supports push notification service (DSM 4.0 is required)
  • Minor bug fixes

Version: 1.0-009


(2011-07-22)
  • New app