What's New in Version 4

The Next Generation of Network Share Mounter#

Version 4 introduces a completely redesigned user interface built with SwiftUI, a new central authentication profile system, and the ability to define custom mount point names.

1. Authentication Profiles (Reusable Credentials)#

Instead of storing credentials separately for each individual share, you can now create reusable authentication profiles. Create a profile once, and assign it to multiple shares.

  • Fewer duplicates: Credentials are stored centrally in the macOS Keychain.
  • Easier management: Update your password in one place, and all associated shares update automatically.
  • Kerberos Support: Dedicated profiles for Active Directory environments with automatic ticket management.

2. Custom Mount Point Names#

Version 4 solves the long-standing duplicate share name problem. Previously, mounting smb://europe.domain.com/accounting and smb://usa.domain.com/accounting caused a conflict, as both tried to mount to ~/Networkshares/accounting.

Now, you can define custom local names for any share (e.g., accounting-europe and accounting-usa). Network Share Mounter automatically checks for conflicts and validates characters in real-time.

3. Under the Hood Improvements#

  • Native Autostart: Now utilizes the modern macOS 13+ SMAppService API instead of legacy external libraries.
  • Active Directory Awareness: Intelligently differentiates between Macs formally bound to AD and those utilizing Kerberos authentication.
  • Enhanced Diagnostics: Clearer, actionable error messages and comprehensive unit testing for critical components.