Use RcloneView with QNAP NAS — Cloud Backup and Multi-Cloud Sync for Your NAS
QNAP NAS devices store your most important data locally. But local-only storage means local-only risk — hardware failure, fire, theft, or flood can take everything. Cloud backup via RcloneView adds off-site protection with 70+ cloud providers.
QNAP NAS offers built-in cloud sync through HBS 3 (Hybrid Backup Sync), but its cloud provider support is limited compared to rclone's 70+ providers. RcloneView, running on a desktop or dedicated device connected to your QNAP, gives you access to every provider rclone supports — plus visual management, folder comparison, and batch jobs.
Manage & Sync All Clouds in One Place
RcloneView is a cross-platform GUI for rclone. Compare folders, transfer or sync files, and automate multi-cloud workflows with a clean, visual interface.
- One-click jobs: Copy · Sync · Compare
- Schedulers & history for reliable automation
- Works with Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, S3, WebDAV, SFTP and more
Free core features. Plus automations available.
Connecting QNAP to RcloneView
Via network share (SMB/CIFS)
Access your QNAP shared folders from the computer running RcloneView. Map your QNAP shares as network drives, then use them as local sources in RcloneView jobs.
Via SFTP
Add your QNAP as an SFTP remote:
- Enable SFTP on your QNAP (Control Panel → Network & File Services → Telnet/SSH).
- Add an SFTP remote in RcloneView with your QNAP's IP and credentials.
Backup Workflows
QNAP → Backblaze B2
Affordable off-site backup at $6/TB/month:
QNAP → AWS S3
Enterprise-grade durability for critical business data.
QNAP → Google Drive
Make NAS files accessible for collaboration via Google Drive.
Schedule nightly backups
Verify Backups
QNAP HBS 3 vs RcloneView
| Feature | QNAP HBS 3 | RcloneView |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud providers | ~15 | 70+ |
| Runs on NAS directly | ✅ | On connected device |
| Two-pane explorer | ❌ | ✅ |
| Folder comparison | ❌ | ✅ |
| Batch jobs | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notifications | Slack/Discord/Telegram | |
| Encrypted remotes | Limited | ✅ (crypt) |
Getting Started
- Download RcloneView from rcloneview.com.
- Connect to QNAP via network share or SFTP.
- Add cloud backup destinations.
- Schedule automated backups.
- Verify with Folder Comparison.
Your NAS data deserves off-site protection.
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Supported Cloud Providers
