Port 21 is commonly used for FTP (File Transfer Protocol), which is a protocol used for transferring files between computers on a network. It is used for uploading and downloading files to and from remote servers.
Ports those registered with IANA are shown as official ports. The same port number may be unofficialy used by various services or applications. The official usage are listed separately below its usage may change from time to time.
Official
Port |
Protocol (TCP/UDP) |
Title |
Description |
Port Type |
Port 21 |
tcp |
ftp |
File Transfer [Control] |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
Port 21 |
udp |
ftp |
File Transfer [Control] |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
Port 21 |
sctp |
ftp |
FTP |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
UnOfficial
Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.
Port | Protocol (TCP/UDP) | Description |