While plaintext passwords cannot be exported, credentials are preserved differently depending on the backup method used.
The ability to export user passwords in MikroTik RouterOS depends on the type of user and the version of RouterOS you are running. Standard passwords cannot be exported in plain text or at all in newer versions. However, passwords for services like PPP or Hotspot can often be exported or viewed using specific commands or interfaces. Management User Passwords
/user set [name=admin] password=YourSecurePassword123!