MikroTik RouterOS + CaptiveWiFi Integration

MikroTik RouterOS.
CaptiveWiFi guest data.

Connect any MikroTik RouterOS device to CaptiveWiFi using the built-in Hotspot feature and walled garden redirect. Works with hAP, RB, CCR and all other RouterOS hardware running v6.x or later. No hardware replacement needed.

See it in action Setup guide
Works with all RouterOS devices (hAP, RB, CCR series)
MikroTik Hotspot redirect to CaptiveWiFi splash page
Walled garden configured for CaptiveWiFi domains
RADIUS authentication handled by CaptiveWiFi
RouterOS v6.x and v7.x both supported
Setup

How to connect MikroTik to CaptiveWiFi

Setup typically takes under 30 minutes. CaptiveWiFi provides your RADIUS credentials and portal URL from the dashboard.

1
Enable MikroTik Hotspot
In Winbox or the RouterOS web interface, run the Hotspot Setup wizard on your guest interface. This creates the hotspot server that intercepts unauthenticated clients.
2
Set CaptiveWiFi as the login page URL
In Hotspot Server Profile, replace the default login page with your CaptiveWiFi portal URL. This redirects all unauthenticated guests to the CaptiveWiFi splash page.
3
Configure the walled garden
Add CaptiveWiFi domains to the Hotspot Walled Garden so guests can access the splash page before authenticating. CaptiveWiFi provides the list of required domains.
4
Add RADIUS server credentials
Enter the CaptiveWiFi RADIUS server IP, port, and shared secret in MikroTik's RADIUS settings. CaptiveWiFi provides these from your hardware settings page.
5
Test the guest flow
Connect a test device to the guest SSID, verify the redirect to the CaptiveWiFi splash page works, and confirm authentication completes and grants internet access.
Benefits

Why venues use CaptiveWiFi
with MikroTik

Works with any RouterOS hardware
From a £40 hAP to a CCR2 core router — if it runs RouterOS and has a Hotspot feature, it works with CaptiveWiFi.
GDPR-compliant guest data
CaptiveWiFi captures marketing consent at login. Guest data is stored securely and syncs to your CRM or email marketing platform.
Full CaptiveWiFi feature set
Branded portal, social login, gamification, feedback capture, competitor intelligence and 50+ integrations — all available on MikroTik hardware.
FAQ

Common questions

Does this work with all MikroTik hardware?
Yes — any device running RouterOS with the Hotspot feature is compatible. This includes hAP ac, hAP ac², RB series, CCR series and any access points running RouterOS.
Does it require a cloud controller?
No. MikroTik is configured locally via Winbox, the RouterOS web interface, or SSH. No cloud controller or subscription is required on the MikroTik side.
Which RouterOS version is supported?
RouterOS v6.x and v7.x are both supported. The Hotspot and RADIUS features used by CaptiveWiFi are available in all recent RouterOS versions.
Also supported

Other WiFi hardware

UniFi
WiFi Hardware
Meraki
WiFi Hardware
Omada
WiFi Hardware
Fortinet
WiFi Hardware
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Works with all RouterOS devices. Hotspot redirect setup. No hardware replacement needed.

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