Swads
Native Download Station client for iPhone and Mac
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A native third-party client for iPhone, iPad, and Mac that connects to Synology NAS devices to manage downloads through Download Station without using a
About Swads
Swads is a native third-party Download Station client for Apple devices. It connects to Synology NAS devices to manage downloads through the Download Station package without requiring browser access to DSM.
The app supports connecting to multiple Synology NAS instances via QuickConnect IDs or direct IP addresses. It provides full task management capabilities including viewing task status, files, trackers, and peers, as well as bulk management of download tasks.
Swads is built specifically for Apple platforms with native features including Dark Mode, widgets, and Dynamic Island support. The app uses QuickConnect technology to find the fastest connection route to your NAS automatically.
The app is currently in public beta through TestFlight and requires iOS 18.6 or later, iPadOS 18.6 or later, or macOS 15.6 or later. It is an independent client not affiliated with or endorsed by Synology Inc.
- macos
- ios
- synology
- download-manager
- nas-client
- testflight
- native-app
Features worth knowing
- Connect via QuickConnect with up to 7x faster speeds
- Manage multiple Synology NAS devices in one place
- View full task details including activity, trackers, peers, and files
- Bulk manage download tasks
- Native Dark Mode and Dynamic Island support
- QuickConnect Remote Access
- Two-Factor Authentication support
- iCloud Sync
- User Quota Management
- View Synology NAS System Status
Pricing
Pricing model: Free
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FAQ
- Can Swads replace Synology DS get?
- Yes. Swads is a native third-party Download Station replacement for iPhone and Mac that manages tasks in the Download Station package on your Synology NAS.
- Do I need to install Download Station before using Swads?
- Yes. Install and enable the Download Station package from DSM Package Center, then grant your DSM account permission to use it.
- Does Swads support QuickConnect and remote access?
- Yes. Swads supports QuickConnect IDs and direct NAS addresses. Remote access also depends on your DSM, certificate, and network configuration.
- Is Swads an official Synology app, and is my sign-in information safe?
- Swads is an independent third-party client and is not affiliated with Synology. Saved passwords are encrypted in Apple Keychain, while DSM sign-in sessions remain on the current device.
- Which DSM, iOS, and macOS versions does Swads support?
- Swads requires iOS or iPadOS 18.6 or later, or macOS 15.6 or later. It is developed and tested primarily with DSM 7 APIs. DSM 3 through DSM 6 have not been fully tested, and some features may not work as expected.
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