Install Synology Photos App (Android)

If you want to access the photos stored on your Synology NAS on an Android Phone or Tablet, follow these steps to install the Synology Photos app.

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You can install the Synology Photos app by either tapping on **Play Store** on your phone or tablet main screen or simply go to this link <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.synology.projectkailash>

If you used the link, proceed to step 5

Tap on **Search**

In the Search apps & games box, type in 'synology photos'

You can either tap on 'synology photos' at the top or the magnifying glass at the bottom right corner to continue

Tap on Install next to Synology Photos to begin installation of the App

If prompted to complete account setup, you can skip this and do not need to add a payment method, as Synology Photos is a free app.

You will now see Synology Photos installing showing you a percentage of install process.

Once Synology Photos has finished installing, tap on **Open**

The first time Synology Photos opens, you will see the Privacy Matters message. Either tap on **Accept** or Skip

You will need to enter the following information for your Synology NAS: 1. Address or QuickConnect ID 2. Account 3. Password Then, tap on **Sign In**

If you see a message Untrusted connection with the IP address of your Synology NAS. This is quite normal for a local network and tap on **PROCEED**

You have successfully installed and setup the Synology Photos app and you can add photos, view albums or share with others. If you have already added photos to your Synology DSM, you should see them starting to appear.

Only proceed with step 12 & 13 if you cannot see photos you have added

If you have already added photos but cannot see them, it's quite possible that you need to change from Personal Space to Shared Space which depends on how you setup the folders in the Synology DSM. Try tapping on **Personal Space** at the top

Then tap on **Shared Space**

If you still can't see your photos after changing to Shared Space, it is recommended you contact Synology Support or an IT Specialist

Install Synology Photos App (Android)

If you want to access the photos stored on your Synology NAS on an Android Phone or Tablet, follow these steps to install the Synology Photos app.

Next Century
13 steps
26 seconds