The Vision of the Connected Home

DLNA brings together a cross-industry consortium of leaders in consumer electronics, computers, mobile devices, commercial content and service providers united in a shared vision of the truly networked digital home comprised of interoperable digital products.

Sharing Our Vision With Consumers The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) was founded in 2003 by a collection of global companies with a vision to easily connect and enjoy photos, music and video amongst networked consumer electronics, PC and mobile devices. More than 240 multi-industry companies from around the world have joined DLNA, committing the time and resources necessary to achieve the Alliance’s vision of a fully connected, digital home.

The Digital Living Promise

DLNA has certified more than 15,000 device models from the world’s leading manufacturers, including: TVs, storage devices, mobile phones, software, cameras, printers, game consoles, PCs, photo frames, media adapters, set-top boxes, AV receivers, Blu-ray disc players, tablet computers and many other products. DLNA Certified® devices take the guesswork out of selecting products that work together and facilitate better, easier sharing of digital video, photos and music throughout the home.

Why Digital Living

DLNA allows consumers to access and enjoy their audio and video content as well as images from any digital device from anywhere in their home.

Benefits for Customers
How it Works

DLNA technology enables multi-branded digital devices to interoperate and share digital content, making it easier for consumers to access and enjoy their digital content.

Scope and Strategy