apache/airflow

Remove export functionality from UI / Public API

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#59840 opened on Dec 27, 2025

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Description

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Make sure all export functionality for connections and variables is removed from the UI and replaced with explanation that export can only be available via local CLI. Make sure import is available.

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Tech stack
pythonrest api
Domain
full stackapi
Issue type
refactor
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
half day
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
fresh
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
Airflow UI and APIPythonReact knowledge
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
65
Research direction
Look for export functionality in the UI components (likely React files) and the corresponding REST API endpoints related to connections and variables. Remove the UI buttons and endpoints, and add a message indicating that export is only available via the local CLI. Ensure import functionality remains intact.