Overview
Important News
Our iPad app, FileBrowser, offers more features than NetPortal and is now a Universal app. It will therefore run on both the iPad and iPhone. FileBrowser will require a minumum version of iOS 4.2, but we will continue to provide NetPortal for iPhone users who are still using iOS 3.
What is it?
NetPortal is like having Windows Explorer or Mac Finder on your iPhone to access and copy files from remote computers including Windows, Mac, and Network (NAS) drives.
You can browse machines on your WiFi network and view documents, photos or stream movies directly to the iPhone. Transferred files can be stored within NetPortal to take with you.
Finally an app for which I have long sought - Streaming and file access to local and remote shares without effort - tip:)
German App Store - Version 2.3 - Sun, 20 June 2010 - Read more reviews
How does NetPortal work ?
NetPortal connects to your computer or Network Accessible Storage device over WiFi or 3G using the SMB file transfer protocol, which means no third party software is needed.
3G connection requires that you have a VPN installed, or SMB port-forwarding configured.
Is it easy to setup?
A little knowledge of home networking helps, but if you don't have any experience of this, we have created an interactive troubleshooter which should have you connected in no time.
You can try NetPortal with a limited set of features for free with our NetPortalLite app.
If you want the same or more functionality on your iPad, try our FileBrowser app.
Is it Secure?
Yes. NetPortal is able to connect to any supported networked computer or NAS drive for which you have a valid username and password. It will never send an unprotected password over the network.
Why Buy NetPortal
Most file sharing apps require you to use your Mac or PC to upload files to your iPhone. If you forget a file, you have to go back to your Mac/PC and upload it. NetPortal allows you to browse your network directly from your iPhone, just like you would use Mac Finder or Windows Explorer.