Bluehost Commonly Used Port Numbers
Port numbers are communication endpoints that allow servers to direct different types of network traffic to the correct service, such as email, web access, file transfers, or databases.
- Ports that are not required for standard hosting services are closed by default to help protect your server.
- Opening additional ports may be necessary for certain applications or custom integrations.
- Requests for opening ports are reviewed to ensure server security and stability.
If you need assistance opening a port or are unsure which port your application requires, Bluehost Support is available to help.
Below is a list of commonly used port numbers on Bluehost servers, which enable communication between your computer, web applications, and server services.
cPanel & Server Management Ports
| Service | Port |
|---|---|
| cPanel | 2082 |
| cPanel (SSL) | 2083 |
| WHM | 2086 |
| WHM (SSL) | 2087 |
| Webmail | 2095 |
| Webmail (SSL) | 2096 |
Email Ports
Incoming Email
| Protocol | Port |
|---|---|
| POP3 | 110 |
| POP3 (SSL) | 995 |
| IMAP | 143 |
| IMAP (SSL) | 993 |
Outgoing Email (SMTP)
| Protocol | Port |
|---|---|
| SMTP | 25 |
| SMTP (Alternate) | 26 |
| SMTP (Submission) | 587 |
| SMTP (SSL) | 465 |
Web & File Transfer Ports
| Service | Port |
|---|---|
| HTTP | 80 |
| HTTPS (SSL) | 443 |
| FTP | 21 |
| FTPS (SSL) | 990 |
| SFTP | 22 |
| Web Disk | 2077 |
| Web Disk (SSL) | 2078 |
Database Port
| Service | Port |
|---|---|
| MySQL | 3306 |
Secure Shell (SSH)
| Service | Port |
|---|---|
| SSH | 22 |
Summary
Understanding commonly used port numbers helps ensure proper connectivity between your applications and server services. While most required ports are open by default on Bluehost, additional ports may be needed for specific applications or configurations. For security reasons, unused ports remain closed, and requests to open additional ports are reviewed to maintain server stability and protection.
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You may also refer to our Knowledge Base articles to help answer common questions and guide you through various setup, configuration, and troubleshooting steps.