Port 6697 is used for secure, encrypted connections via IRC (Internet Relay Chat). It is often used by chat networks for secure connections between 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 6697 |
udp |
babel |
Babel Routing Protocol |
REGISTERED PORT |
UnOfficial
Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.
Port | Protocol (TCP/UDP) | Description |
Port 6697 | IRC SSL (Secure Internet Relay Chat)�often used |