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Secure Authentication

Leverage Synology DiskStation Manager's (DSM) best-in-class technologies to shield your data against unauthorized access and provide a smooth user experience at the same time.

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.

A better login experience

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.

Flexible and secure authentication

Go passwordless or add an extra layer of security to your account.
Passwordless sign-in
Replace your password with a tap on your smartphone, your device’s biometric authentication options, or a hardware security key.
Require the approval of any login attempt through the Secure SignIn app, user devices’ biometric authentication options, a hardware security key, or a one-time password (OTP).

How it works

See how you can simplify your login experience without compromising the security of your Synology NAS.

Passwordless sign-in

Step 1

Connect to your Synology DSM and key in your username

Step 2

Tap on the push notification sent to your mobile device

Step 3

Tap “Approve” on your device screen to sign in

Two-factor authentication (2FA) with FIDO2

Step 1

Connect to your Synology DSM and key in your username

Step 2

Key in your password and click on “Next”

Step 3

Insert your FIDO2 hardware security key when prompted

Step 4

Authenticate with your fingerprint to sign in
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