Step-by-Step Guide to Migrating from Keymaster to Portal (Cfx.re)

The days of Keymaster are numbered. Cfx.re is deprecating Keymaster entirely by December 1, 2025 and replacing it with Portal, which consolidates license keys, assets, and subscription management.

If you run a FiveM server, you’ll want to migrate smoothly to Portal to avoid interruptions. This guide walks you through every step.

Why You Need to Migrate

• Keymaster and Patreon-based subscriptions will no longer be supported after Dec 1, 2025.
• Portal offers a unified, modern interface for managing servers, assets, and subscriptions.
• All your purchased assets and FiveM server license keys move to Portal, so migrating keeps everything under your control.

What You’ll Need Before Migrating

• Your Cfx.re account credentials (same account used for Keymaster/Patreon)
• Server access (to update your server.cfg or hosting panel)
• Your current license key(s) from Keymaster
• Ensure your server artifacts build is up-to-date
• Backup your configs and critical data before touching your FiveM server setup

Migration Steps

1. Log into Cfx.re Portal
   • Go to https://portal.cfx.re
   • Use your existing Cfx.re/Keymaster credentials
2. Go to the “Servers / License Keys” section
   • This is where you manage registration keys
   • The old Keymaster site will eventually become read-only
3. Generate a new license key in Portal
   • Click “Generate Key”
   • Enter a descriptive name (e.g. “MyRPServer-LA”)
   • Copy the new key
4. Link your purchased assets
   • In Portal, navigate to Assets > Purchased
   • Assets should carry over automatically if under the same account
   • If not, use the “Transfer asset” feature (limited to one-time transfers)
5. Update your server configuration
   • Open your server.cfg file (or your hosting panel)
   • Replace the old sv_licenseKey with your new Portal key
   • Save changes
6. Restart your server
   • Restart completely
   • Check logs for confirmation that the Portal license key is valid
7. Test functionality
   • Join your FiveM server hosting setup as a client
   • Verify the server appears in the Cfx.re server list
   • Ensure assets and scripts load properly
8. Revoke or disable old Keymaster keys (optional)
   • Log into Keymaster
   • Regenerate, disable, or delete old keys to prevent misuse

Troubleshooting Tips

• “Invalid license key” error
  • Check spelling in server.cfg
  • Make sure your artifacts build is current
  • Verify you’re logged into the correct Cfx.re account
• Missing purchased assets
  • Ensure the account matches the purchase account
  • Use asset transfer if allowed
  • Note: transfers can only be done once
• Leaked keys
  • Regenerate the affected Keymaster key immediately
  • Replace it in your server.cfg
  • Use this opportunity to migrate entirely to Portal

Post-Migration Checklist

• All active FiveM servers appear under your Portal account
• Assets and scripts run without errors
• Old keys revoked or deleted
• Staff informed of the migration
• Documentation updated with new key details

Related Resources

• Create a Server License Key in Portal
• Download Purchased Assets in Portal
• Manage a Server License Key

Final Thoughts

Migrating from Keymaster to Portal may feel like an extra step, but it’s a necessary one. Portal ensures your assets, licenses, and servers remain secure and organized in one place.

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