Port 8443 — HTTPS alt

Quick reference for TCP/UDP port 8443, used by HTTPS alt. Includes what the service does, security guidance and related ports.

Port

8443

Protocol

TCP

Service

HTTPS alt

What is port 8443?

HTTPS alt — common for self-hosted dashboards.

What port does HTTPS alt use?

HTTPS alt listens on port 8443 by default.

Security guidance

Low risk — designed for public exposure

Port 8443 (HTTPS alt) is designed for public exposure. Standard hardening (TLS certs, current firmware, sensible rate limits) is enough — no special isolation needed.

Frequently asked

What is port 8443 used for?+

Port 8443 is the standard TCP/UDP port for HTTPS alt. HTTPS alt — common for self-hosted dashboards.

What port does HTTPS alt use?+

HTTPS alt listens on port 8443 by default.

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