How to Set Up the Admin Password on a MikroTik Router

Securing your MikroTik router starts with a strong admin password. To set up an admin password on MikroTik effectively, it is crucial to update the default password. This default can often be blank or simple and presents a significant security risk. Updating the admin password helps protect your network from unauthorized access and ensures better control over your device. This guide will walk you through the process using Winbox, WebFig, and command-line (CLI) methods.

Step-by-Step Instructions

✅ Using Winbox

1. Open Winbox and connect to your MikroTik router.
2. On the left menu, click on System → Users.
3. In the user list, select the admin user.
4. Click Edit (pencil icon).
5. In the Password field, type your new password.
6. Confirm the password by typing it again in the Confirm Password field.
7. Click OK to save changes.

💡 Tip: Use a strong password with letters, numbers, and special characters.

Click on admin and => Password, enter password => Apply => OK, and click OK again

Now, the Mikrotik password for the Admin user is set. You can try logging out and logging in again, it will ask to enter password when log in.

✅ Using WebFig (via browser)

1. Open your browser and enter the router’s IP (e.g., 192.168.88.1).
2. Log in using your current credentials.
3. Go to System → Users.
4. Click on the admin user.
5. Enter your new password and confirm it.
6. Click OK or Apply to save changes.

For the setup user password in WebFig is the same as using Winbox.

✅ Using Command Line (CLI or Terminal)

1. Open New Terminal in Winbox or access the router via SSH.
2. Enter the following command: /user set admin password=YourNewPassword
3. Press Enter. Your new password is now active.

⚠️ Replace YourNewPassword with a secure password of your choice.

The password has been changed. To make sure it works, try signing out and signing in.

Setting a strong admin password on your MikroTik router is a simple yet crucial step in securing your network. Whether you use Winbox, WebFig, or CLI, regularly updating your credentials helps prevent unauthorized access and keeps your configuration safe. Learn more…

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