Port 50 is used for the Remote Mail Checking Protocol (RMCP). It is an Internet standard protocol used to allow users to remotely check their email without downloading it to their local computer or device. RMCP is mainly used by email clients and 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 50 |
tcp |
re-mail-ck |
Remote Mail Checking |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
Port 50 |
udp |
re-mail-ck |
Remote Mail Checking |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
UnOfficial
Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.
Port | Protocol (TCP/UDP) | Description |