A quick howto with the steps required to setup docker and docker-compose on Synology NAS:

  • Install Docker package
  • Make sure the docker network is allowed through the firewall:
    • Navigate to: Control Panel -> Connectivity -> Security -> Firewall
    • Add a custom rule
      • Ports: Add all your exposed container ports
      • Protocol: TCP
      • Source IP: Specific IP -> Specify your docker network’s IP and subnet mask
  • Create a scheduled task
    • Navigate to: System -> Task Scheduler
    • Create a new task for user root
    • In Task Settings, set a User-defined script
      docker-compose -f /volume1/docker/docker-compose.yml up -d
      Change the path to where your docker compose file is located
    • Set the task as disabled, and run it manually from the context menu