AllowExport – System Parameter
The AllowExport system parameter controls whether the built-in export feature for configuration data is enabled in the Nodinite Web Client.
What you need to know about this parameter:
- Feature is disabled in Nodinite version 7 and later
- Custom import/export must be implemented using the Web API
- Built-in feature is hard to maintain due to constant platform development
Important
The built-in Import / Export feature is not operational in Nodinite version 7 and later. This decision was made to ensure platform stability as new features are continuously added.
The AllowExport system parameter was originally designed to control whether administrators could export configuration data such as Integrations, Applications, and other Repository Model entities from the Nodinite Web Client.
| System Parameter Name | Data Type | Values/Example | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| AllowExport | boolean | true/false |
Default = true. Feature is disabled in Nodinite 7+ regardless of value. |
Note
While the parameter exists in the database with a default value of
true, the feature is not operational in current versions of Nodinite.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find more solutions and answers in the Nodinite System Parameters FAQ, as well as the Troubleshooting user guide.
Why is this feature disabled?
Nodinite is constantly evolving with new features, enhancements, and capabilities. Maintaining the built-in Import / Export feature to support all possible configuration scenarios became increasingly complex and difficult to sustain. To ensure platform stability and focus development resources on core integration capabilities, the decision was made to disable this feature in version 7.
How do I export/import configuration data?
If you need to export or import configuration data between Nodinite instances, you must implement your own solution using the Nodinite Web API. The Web API provides comprehensive access to all Nodinite entities and supports full CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations.
For example, you can:
- Use the Web API to retrieve configuration data in JSON format
- Transform and store the data as needed
- Use the Web API to create or update entities in the target instance
How do I change the value?
While you can change this parameter value using the Install and Update Tool (see 'How do I change the System Parameters'), it will have no effect in Nodinite version 7 and later as the feature is not operational.
Do I need to restart anything?
No. Since the feature is not operational, changing this parameter has no effect and requires no service restarts.
Will this feature be re-enabled in the future?
There are currently no plans to re-enable the built-in Import / Export feature. The recommended approach is to use the Web API to build custom import/export solutions tailored to your specific requirements.
Next Step
Web API
Import / Export (Legacy documentation)
Repository Model