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Port 3389

Port 3389 (RDP) — check if it's open

Windows Remote Desktop. Heavily attacked — put it behind a VPN.

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 3389 used for?

Port 3389 — RDP. Windows Remote Desktop. Heavily attacked — put it behind a VPN.

How do I open port 3389?

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 3389). 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 3389 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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