How can I create a backup of an API, including its design and policies, within API Management?

Question

I am facing a situation where I need to remove several production APIs that are not in use, but I want to have the option to restore some of them if they are required in the future.

Answer 1

jose valenzuela Thanks for posting your question in Microsoft Q&A. Based on your description, you can use **azure-api-management-devops-resource-kit**to extract one or more APIs using operations, policies, diagnostic settings etc. to API templates (ARM templates) with Extractor tool and deploy ARM templates whenever needed.

We have a detailed description in doc on how you can export it with some parameter samples, and also tech community article: Working with API management DevOps resource kit to help with the same. We discussed some other options including best practices for your reference here.

I hope this helps with your question and let me know if you have any questions.

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