# DS finder

> Mobile utility for Synology NAS setup, management, and notifications. (iPhone/iPad app by Synology Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ds-finder/id429865523 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Synology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/321493109)
- Category: Utilities, Business
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 122 App Store ratings · 163 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 69 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), Danish, American English, French (France), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk and 11 more
- Released: 2011-04-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ds-finder/id429865523/reviews.md

## What is DS finder?

*You must own a Synology NAS to run this app, and be running the latest DSM 6.0 or above version to get the complete set of features.*

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!

．DS finder only supports installing DSM on most models (rack mount models, desktop models of FS and XS series, and EDS14 excluded).

## Key features

- NAS setup and management
- NAS-related notifications
- Access Synology apps
- Simplified mobile interface
- DSM installation support

## What do users think of DS finder?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- ✅ Quick access to basic NAS status and monitoring
- 🔍 Easy device discovery on local network
- 📊 Useful storage usage visualization with pie charts
- ⚡ Fast connection when properly configured
- 🎯 Simple and straightforward interface for basic tasks
- 📱 Works across multiple Synology devices

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent connection failures and timeouts
- ❌ Two-factor authentication (2FA) not supported
- 🌐 DDNS and Quick Connect unreliable
- 📵 Wake-on-LAN (WOL) broken or non-functional
- 🔐 Password and login issues persist across updates
- 📱 Desktop mode unusable on mobile devices
- 🖥️ No landscape mode support on iPad
- ⚠️ App crashes on launch or during use
- 🔄 Loses configured devices after updates
- 🚫 Limited functionality compared to desktop version
- 📲 Poor mobile-friendly interface design
- 🔌 Zoom controls broken in desktop mode
- 🌙 No dark mode available
- 📧 Push notifications frequently fail
- ⏱️ Extremely slow login process

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Server unreachable error with DDNS connections
- 400 Bad Request HTTP/HTTPS port mismatch
- App fails to detect devices on network
- 2FA causes cryptic login errors
- Wake-on-LAN crashes the app
- App crashes on iPhone launch
- Desktop mode zoom gets stuck after text field input
- Desktop mode windows cannot be resized or moved
- Package Center window scaling issues
- Notifications crash the app when accessed
- Face ID authentication causes connection failures after 24-48 hours
- Invalid password errors despite correct credentials
- Push notifications not received
- App forgets configured devices after updates
- DSM Mobile displays 'connection is not private' error
- Quick Connect verification requests fail or hang indefinitely
- Setup wizard incompatible with Safari browser
- Setup windows don't scale properly
- Password manager integration issues during registration
- Slow login with no error indication

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode support
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) support
- Landscape mode for iPad
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- Wake-on-LAN over internet
- CPU and RAM usage monitoring
- Network activity and connected users display
- System logs viewing capability
- Remote package installation and management
- Ability to mount encrypted shared folders
- Mobile-friendly views for File Station, Video Station, Audio Station, Package Center
- Improved notification management and clearing
- VPN toggle functionality
- Ability to add multiple devices with same IP on different ports
- Better zoom and pan controls in desktop mode
- IPv6 support with port specification
- Landscape mode support on iPhone

## Recent user reviews (10 of 163)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ds-finder/id429865523/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Obsolète !

*2026-05-28*

Clairement, toutes vaut applications sont datées ! Vous devriez toutes les revoir et faire comme UGREEN qui sont bien plus moderne ! 
C’est bien dommage … Et j’espère vraiment que vous allez écouter tous les commentaires qui vous demandent de vous améliorer !

Merci

### 1/5 — Unusable

*2026-03-29, version 3.5.10*

Login authentication is broken

### 2/5 — Please Add More Stats

*2026-03-28, version 3.5.10*

Good that it shows storage and allows you to power and reboot the NAS. However please add things like cpu, ram, nic, temp to the main app screen.

### 4/5 — Reasonable management

*2026-03-03, version 3.5.9*

This app works well for the most part. A little odd to clear notifications. Switching between NAS drives can be annoying as you have to re-sign in. Also would be really nice to see logs. Especially sign in logs. If you suspect dodge behaviour. Even firewall rules. More management of NAS capabilities rather than just device info.

### 1/5 — Server unreachable using ddns

*2025-11-28, version 3.5.8*

Although clearly connected to the nas, the nagging on screen message “server unreachable. WOL” remains on screen. Does this not work with ddns?

### 2/5 — Doesn’t always work

*2025-11-22, version 3.5.8*

When I try to connect it says”400 Bad Request

The plain HTTP request was sent to HTTPS port
nginx”

### 1/5 — Not worth using

*2025-09-17, version 3.5.7*

This app does not stay connected and reports false positives all the time

### 1/5 — Awful setup

*2025-08-21, version 3.5.7*

What a garbage setup experience. Failures errors, password set incorrectly. Have to wipe everything and start over. Awful.

### 1/5 — Whyyyy

*2025-08-16*

THREE DAYS to set up a back up system. The synology wizards don’t work with Safari. Even ChatGPT was stumped. All of the registration “upselling” is infuriating and confuses the password manager. The set up windows don’t scale themselves. You have to maximize and/or search for essential check boxes, if they exist. It’s ridiculous. Now that it’s finally working — time will tell — I’m just frustrated and angry for giving synology my business. We had a trouble-free Apple Time Capsule for 15+ years. This is idiotic.

### 1/5 — 1 star until bring back DS video

*2025-05-17, version 3.5.7*

1 star until bring back DS video

## Frequently asked questions about DS finder

### What is DS finder?

DS finder is a mobile application designed to help you set up and manage your Synology NAS devices. It allows you to receive important NAS-related notifications and access the broader Synology app ecosystem directly from your smartphone, simplifying the entire process.

### What are the key features of DS finder?

Key features include the ability to set up and manage your Synology NAS, receive NAS-related notifications, and access the world of Synology apps. It also supports installing DSM (DiskStation Manager) on most Synology NAS models, excluding certain rack mount and specific desktop series.

### Is DS finder free to use?

Yes, DS finder is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating it is a complimentary utility for Synology NAS users.

### What are the system requirements for DS finder?

To use DS finder, you must own a Synology NAS and be running the latest DSM 6.0 or above version on your NAS to access the complete set of features. The app itself is designed for mobile devices.

### Can DS finder be used to manage any Synology NAS model?

DS finder supports installing DSM on most Synology NAS models. However, it specifically excludes rack mount models, desktop models of the FS and XS series, and the EDS14 model from its DSM installation support.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.5.11 — 2026-05-21

What's New

1. Updated drive status messages in DS finder to improve clarity.

Fixed Issues

1. Fixed an issue where DS finder might display an incorrect value when drive temperature information could not be retrieved.
2. Minor bug fixes.

### 3.5.10 — 2026-03-12

Fixed Issues

1. Fixed an issue where the app functioned normally when logging in via a custom domain, but incorrectly displayed a "Server unreachable" error.
2. Minor bug fixes.

### 3.5.9 — 2025-12-02

Fixed Issues



1. Fixed an issue where signing in to DSM using a QuickConnect ID might cause the app to crash.
2. Fixed an issue where users might be signed out after reopening the app.
3. Minor bug fixes.

### 3.5.8 — 2025-10-29

Fixed Issues

1. Fixed an issue where the QuickConnect status might be incorrectly displayed.
2. Minor bug fixes.

### 3.5.7 — 2025-04-15

Important Notes
1. For 25-series models, users need to choose between automatically installing important versions or all the latest versions at the scheduled time.

Fixed Issues
1. Minor bug fixes.

Limitations
1. For 25-series models, updating to this version is recommended to ensure smooth first-time OS installation via the app.

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