DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) simplifies connection to your Synology NAS over the Internet by mapping a hostname to its IP address. For example, DDNS allows you to access your Synology NAS using a domain name (e.g., ) without needing to remember an IP address (e.g. 172.16. 254.1).

What port does Synology DDNS use?

By default, the hostname is your public IP address (or hostname set in Control Panel > External Access > DDNS), and the port number is 5000 (or 5001 for HTTPS connections).

How do I access Synology from outside network?

Overview

  1. Go to Control Panel > QuickConnect.
  2. Check the Enable QuickConnect box.
  3. If you do not have a Synology Account, click Log in to or register a Synology Account.
  4. Create your own QuickConnect ID in the QuickConnect ID field.
  5. If you do not see the QuickConnect DSM link, click Advanced and make sure DSM is enabled.

How do I Portforward my Synology NAS?

To add port forwarding rules:

  1. Go to Network Center > Port Forwarding > Port Forwarding.
  2. Click Create to open the setup window.
  3. Specify Name, Private IP address, Public port, Private port, and Protocol (TCP or UDP).
  4. Click Create at the bottom to complete the settings.

Why is Ddns not working?

The reason for this is that the DDNS is not synchronized to the external IP address. Login to the camera or NVR and navigate to the IP Configuration (HD Cameras) or Basic Network Settings (SD Cameras) and change the setting. Make sure to click the Save button to save the change to the device’s memory.

How do I port forward Ddns?

How to set up port forwarding

  1. Step 1 Find out router’s IP address.
  2. Step 2 Obtain login information for the router.
  3. Step 3 Find ‘Port Forwarding’ in the router.
  4. Step 4 Set up port forwarding.
  5. Step 5 Test port forwarding.

Should I port forward my NAS?

If you want the devices behind NAT devices (e.g., routers or gateways) to be accessed over the Internet, you should set up port forwarding rules to forward packets. If you want your Synology NAS within your local network to be accessible over the Internet, multiple port forwarding rules may be required.

How do I enable DDNS within my Synology device?

How do I enable DDNS within my Synology device? Below is a step by step guide on how to enable dynamic DNS in your Synology device. Step 1. In your Synology device click “Control Panel”. Step 2. Locate and click “DDNS” under “Network Services”. Step 3.

How to access a Synology NAS remotely?

How to Access a Synology NAS Remotely With DDNS, there are now two main ways (and a third, shown in the security video below using a reverse proxy) that you can connect to your Synology NAS remotely. The first is by using a VPN that can be set up on your Synology NAS, which is what I consider the safest, and best way to access it remotely.

How do I set up a Synology account?

Open the Control Panel, go to Synology Account, then Sign in to or sign up for a Synology Account. 2. After your account has been created, select External Access, DDNS, then Add. 3. Select the service provider as Synology, then select a Hostname that you’d like to use. This must be unique and is what you’ll use moving forward.

How do I get a free DDNS hostname?

First, ensure that you have a Synology Account. We will need this to get our free DDNS hostname. Open the Control Panel, go to Synology Account, then Sign in to or sign up for a Synology Account. 2. After your account has been created, select External Access, DDNS, then Add. 3.