Rather than using a cracked legacy version, it is strongly recommended to use a modern, secure version of . RouterOS - MikroTik Documentation
Released originally around , version 2.9.26 is a legacy iteration of RouterOS. In its era, it was a common target for "cracks" to bypass license keys (Levels 0–6), which MikroTik uses to control features like the number of concurrent hotspot users or VPN tunnels. Security Risks of Cracked Software
: Unofficial "cracks" often bundle Trojans, ransomware, or keyloggers. These can give attackers full remote control over your router and, by extension, your entire internal network.
: Official support and updates are not available for pirated versions. If the system fails or becomes unstable, there is no recourse for recovery. Recommended Action