iCloud sync and credentials
Learn how Swads syncs NAS instances and credentials between Apple devices.
Swads handles saved NAS connection settings, passwords, and the current device's sign-in session separately. Some data syncs through your private iCloud account, while other data stays on the current device.
| Data | Storage | Syncs across devices |
|---|---|---|
| NAS type, QuickConnect ID, username, and direct address | Swads, with sync through your iCloud account | Yes |
| Resolved QuickConnect address and refresh settings | Local device storage | No |
| Password saved with “Stay signed in” | Apple Keychain | Through synchronizable Keychain |
| DSM sign-in session and device identifier | Current device Keychain | No |
Apple Keychain is the encrypted password storage built into iPhone and Mac.
What “Stay signed in” does
When Stay signed in is enabled, Swads stores the encrypted password. If another device receives the NAS settings but does not have a local DSM sign-in session, Swads can use the synced password to authenticate and create a separate session for that device.
When Stay signed in is disabled, the password is not persisted. You must enter it again after the sign-in session expires or when using the NAS settings on another device for the first time.
Check iCloud status
App Settings shows whether your iCloud account is available and when Swads last checked it. The NAS list also shows when changes are being received from iCloud.
Sync availability depends on the devices using an Apple Account and their system iCloud and Keychain settings.