Port 1194 — OpenVPN
Quick reference for TCP/UDP port 1194, used by OpenVPN. Includes what the service does, security guidance and related ports.
What is port 1194?
OpenVPN default port.
What port does OpenVPN use?
OpenVPN listens on port 1194 by default.
Is port 1194 open? How to check
Run one of these from your computer, replacing HOST with the IP address or domain you want to test.
nc -zvu HOST 1194
Test-NetConnection HOST -Port 1194
nmap -sU -p 1194 HOST
A refused or timed-out connection means the port is closed or filtered by a firewall.
Security guidance
Low risk — designed for public exposure
Port 1194 (OpenVPN) is designed for public exposure. Standard hardening (TLS certs, current firmware, sensible rate limits) is enough — no special isolation needed.
Related ports
Frequently asked
What is port 1194 used for?+
Port 1194 is the standard TCP/UDP port for OpenVPN. OpenVPN default port.
What port does OpenVPN use?+
OpenVPN listens on port 1194 by default.
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