Port 5060 — SIP
Quick reference for TCP/UDP port 5060, used by SIP. Includes what the service does, security guidance and related ports.
Port
5060
Protocol
TCP/UDP
Service
SIP
What is port 5060?
Session Initiation Protocol — VoIP signalling.
What port does SIP use?
SIP listens on port 5060 by default.
Security guidance
Low risk — designed for public exposure
Port 5060 (SIP) 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 5060 used for?+
Port 5060 is the standard TCP/UDP port for SIP. Session Initiation Protocol — VoIP signalling.
What port does SIP use?+
SIP listens on port 5060 by default.
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