| File/Folder (Physical NAS Path) | Mount Path (Container Path) | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | /volume1/Sync | /sync | This is where your actual files will be stored. | | /volume1/Sync/config | /config | This stores the Resilio configuration files. |
Resilio Sync (formerly BitTorrent Sync) is a file synchronization tool based on the peer-to-peer (P2P) protocol. Unlike Dropbox or Google Drive, Resilio doesn’t store your files on a central server. Instead, it moves data directly between your devices. When you add a Synology NAS into the mix, you create a "master" node that is always on, ensuring your files are available to sync 24/7 without needing a PC to stay powered up. Why Use Resilio Sync on Synology? resilio sync synology nas
Your video editing team needs to sync 200GB project folders. Set up a shared folder on the Synology, give everyone the read/write key. On day one, they sync from the NAS. After that, peer-to-peer kicks in – updates fly directly between laptops on the same network. | File/Folder (Physical NAS Path) | Mount Path
Resilio supports "Encrypted Keys." If you sync to a remote NAS you don't fully trust, you can provide an encrypted key that allows the remote NAS to host the data without the ability to read the actual files. Unlike Dropbox or Google Drive, Resilio doesn’t store
Traditional cloud services act as a middleman. You upload a file to a server, and your other devices download it from that server. Resilio Sync utilizes BitTorrent technology. When you add a file to a sync folder on your PC: