Synology Drive | Your private cloud for file management and sharing anywhere

Synology Drive

Your unified solution for effortless file management and secure collaboration.

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Synology Drive

Secure file management and collaboration

Any time, any platformAccess files 24/7 from desktop and mobile platforms.

Synchronization and backupKeep your files always up-to-date and protected.

Smooth collaborationEdit spreadsheets, documents, and slides together with Synology Office.

Powerful data managementTrack how files are accessed and shared with powerful admin tools.

Work seamlessly across devices

Work across computers in continuity using the desktop app. It's still your native Windows, macOS, or Ubuntu interface, but any changes you make to a file are automatically synced to other devices as soon as they're connected.

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Sync on demand

Stream files to your device only when they are requested to save local disk space and bandwidth, or pin them to your computer to permanently keep a local copy.

Go back in time

Restore previous file or folder versions directly on your device. Synology’s Intelliversioning algorithm saves space by keeping only the versions with the most significant changes over time.

Back up your files

Protect your data from ransomware attacks or accidental deletion with real-time or scheduled backup of important folders.

Collaborate in real time

Say goodbye to single-user file editing. Work on spreadsheets, documents, and slides together with your team members with full Synology Office integration.

Inside and out

Share documents within and outside your organization by converting them between Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OpenDocument ODF and ODS formats, and Synology Office versions.

Quick previewing

Preview over 100 different file types, including PDF, ZIP, and PSD, directly in your browser. No need to download or open files in new tabs.

Simplified file management

Synology Drive makes it easy to manage files and folders in your personal space, shared team folders, and items shared with you. Easily view files shared in an intuitive interface.

The Synology Drive Ecosystem

Manage files efficiently through a unified administration portal with support for multiple client platforms.

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Web portal access

                            Synology Drive Admin Console
                          
Admin configuration utility

                            Synology Drive ShareSync
                          
Cross-site file syncing

Synology Drive Server

Https

Clients

SSL/TLS

Synology Drive

Web portal

View and share files

Synology Drive Client

Desktop

Sync data across computers

Synology Drive

Mobile

View and share files

Synology Drive ShareSync

Synology NAS

Sync files across sites

Multi-site collaboration

Keeping data synced between different offices has never been easier or more flexible.

Direct synchronization

Synology Drive also includes ShareSync, which keeps files and folders synchronized across other connected Synology systems.

Higher-performance with hybrid-cloud

For teams operating out of more sites and with more data, C2 Storage for Hybrid Share can accelerate cross-site data sharing with flexible on-demand storage and significantly improve bandwidth efficiency with no workflow changes needed.Learn more

See why Drive stands out

See feature highlights and comparison with Windows file server and public cloud services.

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Simplify system administration

Empower administrators with powerful and intuitive tools to streamline workflows and minimize overhead.

Mass deployment

Deploy smartly

Leverage Windows AD to install Synology Drive Client on a fleet of devices, with settings configured at once and automatically propagated.

Group policies

Define synchronization and backup policies before deployment, delivering users a ready-to-use system to protect and manage their data.Learn more

Monitoring and management tools

Centralized admin console

Monitor server and client status and activity from a centralized dashboard with Synology Drive Admin Console. Keep an eye on file accesses and downloads, and view consumption trends to allocate storage more efficiently.

Powerful auditing

Monitor up to 40 types of actions, including file and folder changes, permissions sharing, and service activity. Pinpoint suspicious activities by filtering by IP address, event type, user, and more.

File ownership transfer and remote wipe

Transfer personal files from one user to another, preserving data and simplifying handovers when creating or removing accounts. Enable remote wiping of synchronized files on lost devices to protect against data leaks.

Who is using Synology?

See how our solutions empower businesses around the world.

“Synology Drive introduced an unprecedented level of flexibility and control to our everyday file access.”

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"Synology NAS is the best alternative to traditional file servers and public cloud storage."

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The University of Washington implemented an on-premises solution with Synology Drive, ensuring secure collaboration, seamless file sharing with external organizations, and robust protection of student and client data.

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FAQ

How do I install Synology Drive? You can simply install Synology Drive with Package Center, which offers a range of web applications to enhance the functionality of your Synology NAS. What platforms can Synology Drive be used on? Synology Drive is available for web portal, PC clients (Windows, macOS, and Ubuntu), mobile devices and tablets (iOS, iPadOS, and Android™). Does Synology Drive require licensing fees? Synology Drive is a license-free solution that provides users to access, manage, and share files in the security of the private cloud. What is the number of maximum concurrent users & maximum users for Synology Drive? Each model offers varying levels of support. Please refer to the applied models or visit the product page of your NAS and navigate to the Specifications section, then click on Software Specifications to view detailed information. How much storage do I get with Synology Drive? The storage capacity of Synology Drive depends on the NAS storage space you choose. You can select the appropriate NAS model based on your business's number of users and storage needs. Find your ideal NAS Can I sync and back up files between Synology NAS and my devices? You can use Synology Drive Client to synchronize and back up files from your computer to your Synology NAS, and the Synology Drive Mobile App for your phone, making data management across devices more efficient. Learn more

Notes:The On-demand Sync feature is available for Windows 10 1809 or above and macOS 12.3 or above.