Synology Photos

Synology Photos

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Synology Photos: The Private, Subscription-Free Home for Your Memories

Take back control of your digital life. Backup, organize, and share your entire photo library with AI-powered recognition—all hosted securely on your own hardware with no monthly fees.

Publisher

Synology Inc.

Category

Photo & Video

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

2.8/5

Total Ratings

3K+

Locales

21

Your Private Gallery in Action

Discover the interface used by 1M+ users.

Synology Photos app gallery showing chronological photos on an iPhone

Synology Photos app gallery showing chronological photos on an iPhone

Synology Photos app interface showing organized photo folders and custom albums on a mobile screen

Synology Photos app interface showing organized photo folders and custom albums on a mobile screen

Synology Photos app interface showing auto-created albums for people and places and shared personal photo collections.

Synology Photos app interface showing auto-created albums for people and places and shared personal photo collections.

Synology Photos app interface showing a shared album titled College Buddies with multiple contributors and a grid of group photos

Synology Photos app interface showing a shared album titled College Buddies with multiple contributors and a grid of group photos

Your Private Gallery, Reimagined

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.

🛡️

Total Data Sovereignty

Stop renting space and start owning it. Your photos stay on your physical hardware, protected from third-party scanning and data mining.

📂

Local AI Intelligence

Effortlessly browse memories with face and object recognition that runs entirely on your own NAS hardware, never in the cloud.

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Automated Family Backup

Set it and forget it. Every device in your household automatically syncs high-res media to your vault with zero monthly subscription fees.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

25%
Negative

Summary

The Synology Photos mobile app receives mixed to largely negative feedback from users. While many appreciate its core functionality for backing up photos and videos to a Synology NAS, serving as a valuable alternative to costly cloud storage solutions, the app suffers from numerous issues. Common complaints include unreliable backup processes, significant performance problems like slowness and overheating during uploads, and a lack of essential features such as advanced search, photo editing, and better organization tools. Additionally, users report various bugs, connection difficulties, and an unsatisfactory user interface, with specific issues noted on iOS 26.0.1 affecting shared space and general usability, and a bug preventing subfolder display on iPads.

Common Themes

Backup Functionality(9)
User Satisfaction(5)
App Stability(4)
Cloud Independence(3)
Photo Viewing(2)

About the app

Everything you need to know about Synology Photos.

Description

**Synology NAS and the Synology Photos service enabled are required for this application.** **For optimal experience, DSM 7.2 or above is recommended.** A flexible and comprehensive management tool that allows photo backup and browsing by chronological order or folder structure. Explore photos of loved ones or favorite vacation spots through AI recognition and auto-created albums. Group photos by themes or topics of your choice. Enjoy cherished memories in the palm of your hand.

Latest Version

2.3.0

Size

163.7 MB

First Released

Dec 7, 2020

Your Memories. Your Cloud. Your Terms.

Join over 1 million privacy-conscious users who have ditched monthly subscriptions for total data sovereignty. Connect your Synology NAS today and experience the ultimate private gallery.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Synology Photos

What are the requirements for using the Synology Photos app?

Synology Photos requires a Synology NAS and the Synology Photos service to be enabled. For an optimal experience, DSM 7.2 or above is recommended.

How does Synology Photos help organize and manage photos?

Yes, Synology Photos allows users to browse photos chronologically or by folder structure. It also enables exploration through AI recognition, auto-created albums, and custom grouping by themes or topics.

Does Synology Photos offer AI recognition for photo exploration?

Yes, Synology Photos utilizes AI recognition. This feature helps users explore photos of loved ones or favorite vacation spots through intelligent analysis and auto-created albums.

Can I create custom albums within the Synology Photos app?

Yes, Synology Photos provides flexible photo management. It supports both auto-created albums and self-created albums, allowing users to group photos by themes or topics of their choice.

What DSM version is recommended for optimal use of Synology Photos?

For an optimal experience with Synology Photos, DSM 7.2 or above is recommended. This ensures the app functions with the latest system enhancements and features.

Does Synology Photos support browsing photos by folder structure?

Yes, Synology Photos allows users to browse photos by folder structure. This provides a flexible way to organize and access photo collections based on user-defined folders.

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