Port 7 is used for the Echo Protocol, which sends back any data it receives. It is mainly used for testing purposes and debugging network connectivity issues.
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 7 |
tcp |
echo |
Echo |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
Port 7 |
udp |
echo |
Echo |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
UnOfficial
Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.
Port | Protocol (TCP/UDP) | Description |