Port 563 is typically used for encrypted NNTP (Network News Transfer Protocol) traffic. It is commonly used as an alternative to Port 119 (the default NNTP port) for secure message transfers between news servers and newsreaders.
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 563 |
tcp |
nntps |
nntp protocol over (was |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
Port 563 |
udp |
nntps |
nntp protocol over (was |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
UnOfficial
Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.
Port | Protocol (TCP/UDP) | Description |