
Once you have correctly created your FTP user, you can try to connect to your Synology NAS using an FTP client like FileZilla.Įnter the Host, Username and Password of the FTP user you have previously created on Synology NAS and port 22 for the SFTP protocol. Follow the instructions in the image below: Leave everything like that and click Apply. Follow the instructions in the image below.Īllow FTP and follow the instructions in the image below. Leave everything like that and click Next. You can choose another shared folder you want, but remember to first create a new shared folder. Follow the instructions in the image below. Go to Control Panel/User and Click on Create and follow the instructions in the image below.Īfter clicking Next on STEP 5, check web folder permission to Read/Write.

Note: If you have chosen a different port number at STEP 2, you have to remember to port forward it (correctly) in your router. At the moment I am using an RT2600ac router. Remember that every router has its own interface design. Select your NAS Local IP Address and port forward port 22 both TCP/UDP. Log into your router and go to the Port Forwarding area.

I strongly recommend you activate the SFTP service ( Read the difference between FTP – FTPS – SFTP). Go to FTP and Enable the service you need, the FTP service or the SSL/TLS (FTPS) service (non-encrypted or encrypted). Please Support My work by Making a Donation.
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Note: The guide below is for DSM 6.2.4 – For DSM 7 check here: How to Set up FTP on DSM 7

So, how to activate the FTP service and create an FTP user on your Synology NAS? These steps are mandatory if you want to become a real expert in using FTP on Synology. Once the FTP user has been created, read the article where I explain the differences between FTP, SFTP and FTPS. In order to use FTP on your Synology NAS you must first create an “FTP” user and activate FTP File services.
