Mikrotik Export Configuration With Passwords __top__ ◎

Exporting Mikrotik configurations with passwords requires careful consideration of security to protect sensitive information. Using the CLI method with the sensitive=yes parameter provides a straightforward way to include passwords in the export. Always ensure that the management interfaces are secure and that only authorized personnel have access to the configurations.

: User SSH keys are omitted from the export and must be handled separately.

# On new MikroTik (blank config): /system reset-configuration no-defaults=yes skip-backup=yes /import file=full-sensitive-backup.rsc mikrotik export configuration with passwords

While show-sensitive exports most secrets, there are vital exceptions that remain hidden for security reasons:

(Note: Replace export.rsc with the actual name of your exported file). : User SSH keys are omitted from the

“The show-sensitive parameter transforms RouterOS from a partially-recoverable state into a fully-cloneable infrastructure asset — but turns the exported file into a high-value target. Always pair it with at-rest encryption and strict access controls.”

| Method | Passwords visible? | Restore requires | Security risk | |--------|--------------------|------------------|----------------| | /export | ❌ No | Manual re-entry | Low | | /export show-sensitive | ✅ Yes | Full automation | High (handle carefully) | | /backup (binary) | ✅ Yes (but encrypted) | Same RouterOS version | Medium | | /export show-sensitive + encryption | ✅ Yes | Full automation + passphrase | Low if encrypted | Always pair it with at-rest encryption and strict

WinBox is a popular tool for managing Mikrotik devices. It offers a more intuitive way to manage configurations.

The WebFig interface provides a user-friendly way to manage and export Mikrotik configurations. However, exporting configurations with passwords directly through WebFig might not be straightforward due to security restrictions.