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Importing & Exporting Rules

This guide explains how to import and export firewall rules using the NetFoundry zLAN Console.

Viewing All Rules​

The Rules page lists all existing firewall rules in a table view. You can filter, sort, and search the rules. Use this view to verify the current configuration before exporting or importing.

View all Rules

Exporting Rules​

To export the current rule set, click the Import/Export button at the top right of the Rules page.

Export Rules

The system will prompt you to select a format (CSV, JSON, or YAML) and save the file to your local machine; you can later import it into another zLAN instance.

Rules Export Format

Importing Rules – Preview​

When importing, you first select a rule file, supported formats are CSV, JSON, and YAML. The console shows a preview of the rules that will be added or updated, highlighting any conflicts or validation errors. Review the preview carefully.

Import Rules Preview

Importing Rules – Firewall Interface​

After confirming the preview, you will be taken to the firewall & interface page where you can select which firewall & interfaces the rules will be applied to.

Import Rules Firewall Interface

Final Import Confirmation​

Once you have selected the firewall interfaces, click Import to apply the changes to the firewall. The new rules become active immediately.

Import Rules