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Port 110

Port 110 (POP3) — check if it's open

Legacy mailbox download protocol (unencrypted). Prefer 995.

Defaults to your IP: 216.73.216.200. Up to 12 ports per check; ranges up to 10 ports (e.g. 8000-8010).

FAQ

What is port 110 used for?

Port 110 — POP3. Legacy mailbox download protocol (unencrypted). Prefer 995.

How do I open port 110?

1) Make sure the app listens on 0.0.0.0, not 127.0.0.1. 2) Allow the port in your firewall (Windows Defender Firewall inbound rule; Linux: ufw allow 110). 3) Forward the port on your router to your computer's LAN IP. 4) Make sure you have a public (non-CGNAT) IP. 5) Verify it here.

Is it safe to keep port 110 open?

Only open it if the service must be reachable from the internet, keep the software patched and use strong authentication. Put databases, SMB, RDP and admin panels behind a VPN.

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