{"id":25511,"date":"2026-08-21T10:44:01","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T10:44:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/?p=25511"},"modified":"2026-08-22T05:46:59","modified_gmt":"2026-08-22T05:46:59","slug":"change-default-rdp-port-3389","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/change-default-rdp-port-3389\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Change Default RDP Port (3389): Security Guide 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-5f67d56b-d976-4401-a912-48a3b864ee7e\" class=\"affiliate-block-undefined affiliate-notification-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-notification-inner\"><div class=\"affiliate-notification-content in style1\"><p class=\"affiliate-notification-contenttext\" id=\"notice-5f67d56b-d976-4401-a912-48a3b864ee7e\"><strong>Quick Summary box:<\/strong> Change default rdp port 3389 reduces automated attacks by 90% but provides limited security benefit on its own. It is security through obscurity, but not actual protection. So here, you will understand how other security measures are important too for your RDP, not just changing your default port.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is changing your default port enough to stop hackers from targeting your server?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s a question thousands of users ask themselves every year. Port 3389 is known to be the standard gateway for Remote Desktop Protocol connections. It is considered to be the main door that hackers try to break through when attacking computers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every day, many hackers use automated tools to find and attack this port. So changing it seems like a smart move for these reasons.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here we\u2019ll simply explain everything about port 3389. We\u2019ll tell you what the real risks are, tell you if you change the default port and what it does, and share the best ways to protect your computer. You\u2019ll learn everything.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here you\u2019ll find honest answers and not something you\u2019ll usually find online; apart from this, we have even explained simple steps on how you can change your default port with proper screenshots.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s go.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-524e50b1-41ad-49ed-bfcd-b86234cf643b\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-tableof-content affiliate-toc-align-left affiliate-toc-columns-1 affiliate-toc-collapse affiliate-block-524e50b1\" data-scroll=\"true\" data-offset=\"30\" data-delay=\"800\"><div class=\"affiliate-toc-inner affiliate-toc-islist affiliate-toc-align-\"><div class=\"affiliate-toc-wrap\"><div class=\"affiliate-toc-title-wrap\"><div class=\"affiliate-toc-title\">Table Of Contents<\/div><div class=\"affiliate-toc-collapsible-wrap affiliate-table-of-contents-toggle affiliate-toc-collapsed\"><a class=\"affiliate-collapsible-text affiliate-toc-close-text\" href=\"javascript:;\">Hide<\/a><a class=\"affiliate-collapsible-text affiliate-toc-open-text\" href=\"javascript:;\">Show<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"affiliate-toc-list-wrap\"><ul class=\"affiliate-toc-list desktop1 tablet1 mobile1\"><li><a href=\"#0-what-is-the-default-rdp-port-3389-\">What Is the Default RDP Port (3389)?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#1-why-port-3389-is-a-security-risk-\">Why Port 3389 Is a Security Risk<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2-should-you-change-the-default-rdp-port-the-honest-answer-\">Should You Change the Default RDP Port? (The Honest Answer)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#5-pros-and-cons-of-changing-the-rdp-port-\">Pros and Cons of Changing the RDP Port<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#8-how-to-change-default-rdp-port-3389-step-by-step-\">How to change default rdp port 3389 (Step by Step)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#13-common-mistakes-when-changing-the-rdp-port-avoid-lockout-\">Common Mistakes When Changing the RDP Port (Avoid Lockout)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#14-better-ways-to-secure-rdp-beyond-changing-the-port-\">Better Ways to Secure RDP (Beyond Changing the Port)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#21-does-your-rdpvps-provider-handle-port-security-for-you-\">Does Your RDP\/VPS Provider Handle Port Security for You?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#22-faq-\"> (FAQ)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#28-conclusion-\">Conclusion:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"0-what-is-the-default-rdp-port-3389-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is the Default RDP Port (3389)?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Port 3389 is the default Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and UDP port used by Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). RDP is a technology by Microsoft that lets you access and control a Windows computer from somewhere else.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you turn on Remote Desktop on a Windows server, it automatically starts listening on port 3389; it&#8217;s like opening a door and waiting for someone to come through. Microsoft chose port 3389 for RDP a long time back, and it became the standard, which means&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-00beb574-f9b6-4db2-a35a-b5a067c8f8b1\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-00beb5 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>Every RDP client knows to connect to this port automatically.\u00a0<\/li><li>Network admins around the world expect it to be there.\u00a0<\/li><li>Businesses built their systems relying on this same port for decades.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your computer sends a connection request to port 3389 on the other computer. Once connected, RDP sends everything you type and click to that remote computer and sends back what\u2019s on the computer\u2019s screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"1-why-port-3389-is-a-security-risk-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Port 3389 Is a Security Risk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone uses default port 3389; hackers know exactly where to look. Once they find one, they try to break in using weak passwords or known security flaws that users make. Here are the reasons why it&#8217;s considered a security risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-5b92d60f-1457-4cce-828a-2a1e690ba48d\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-5b92d6 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Everyone knows about it:<\/strong> Port 3389 is safe and not hidden. Hackers know exactly where to find it because it&#8217;s the same on almost every Windows server.\u00a0<\/li><li>They use automated scanning tools that scan the internet looking for port 3389. If they find yours open, they know they can try to attack it.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Weak passwords are easy to guess:<\/strong> Once hackers find your port 3389 open, they don\u2019t need to be smart. They use simple tools that try thousands of passwords automatically. If your password is weak (like \u201c123456\u201d or \u201cpassword\u201d), they can get it in minutes.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Constant Automated Attacks:<\/strong> Port 3389 receives millions of attack attempts every day from automated tools worldwide. Your system is a target simply because it&#8217;s reachable on this port, not because it contains anything special.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>One breached computer can potentially enable network compromise:<\/strong> While a compromised computer could offer attackers access to other systems on your network, the actual risk depends largely on several of the security factors.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-3d127f5b-ca55-4f55-b17e-2145506c9c99\" class=\"affiliate-block-undefined affiliate-notification-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-notification-inner\"><div class=\"affiliate-notification-content in style1\"><p class=\"affiliate-notification-contenttext\" id=\"notice-3d127f5b-ca55-4f55-b17e-2145506c9c99\">Network segmentation, strong authentication mechanisms, and firewall rules, all of these play important roles in limiting lateral movement. A single open port may increase initial exposure, but it doesn\u2019t automatically guarantee an attacker can spread malware throughout your entire organization.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Port 3389 is under constant scrutiny. Every day it remains open and accessible from the internet, and your system faces thousands of potential attacks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The question is not either these hackers will find your port or not, because they already have tools looking for it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The real question is what you can do to protect it; this is exactly what we\u2019ll explore further.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-should-you-change-the-default-rdp-port-the-honest-answer-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Should You Change the Default RDP Port? (The Honest Answer)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, because changing port 3389 to something else (like 3390 or 5555) does reduce automated attacks significantly. It will not stop skilled hackers, but it can reduce random scams and noise from bots that look for the default RDP port.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-whats-changing-the-port-actually-does-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What&#8217;s Changing the Port Actually Does<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you change the RDP port in Windows (3389) to another number:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-9dc900a2-8aa4-4cf1-aeaa-7b2cd990f1cd\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-9dc900 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>It reduces automated scans from bots that are only checking port 3389 across the internet. It stops the maximum automated attacks because most of the hackers use bots that only scan port 3389.\u00a0<\/li><li>It reduces your login attempts. You\u2019ll see far fewer brute-force password-guessing attempts in your logs.\u00a0<\/li><li>It reduces your log noise; on port 3389, you get thousands of meaningless failed login attempts every day. This makes it nearly impossible to spot real, targeted attacks. If you have a hidden port, every connection attempt is suspicious and worth investigating.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Changing port 3389 can reduce random automated attacks and scanning, but it does not make your RDP completely secure. It should be combined with a VPN or IP restriction, strong authentication, and firewall protection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-what-it-does-not-do-security-through-obscurity-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What It Does NOT Do (&#8220;Security Through Obscurity&#8221;)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Changing the RDP port is called security through obscurity because it hides the service location but does not fix the real security problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even after changing the default port, it does not completely make your RDP secure or hidden from hackers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-c5697f6a-fc13-49f1-810a-5b0fae0c4d55\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-c5697f affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Only changing the port does not hide the server completely<\/strong>; any hacker performing a wider scan can still discover your new port. Changing the port is therefore \u201csecurity through reduced visibility,&#8221; not strong passwords.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>It does not stop targeted attackers;<\/strong> if an attacker knows your custom port, they can connect to it just as they would connect to port 3389.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>It does not secure weak passwords;<\/strong> a weak and reused password can still allow anyone to log in.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>It does not fix Windows vulnerabilities;<\/strong> if your operating system or RDP service is unpatched, changing the port does not repair those weaknesses.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you change the default port to any custom port, it is only considered a small additional layer, not real standalone protection. It makes RDP harder for basic scanners to notice, but it does not secure an exposed RDP server by itself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-pros-and-cons-of-changing-the-rdp-port-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pros and Cons of Changing the RDP Port<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users generally consider changing from the default port to a custom port to be like a big security layer that they get. But it&#8217;s actually not completely true.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s break down each of its pros and cons in a simple table form so you can decide if it&#8217;s right or not to change the default port.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-aac2e323-0351-47e2-822d-4b6fc0e4cab6\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-propsandcons affiliate-block-aac2e3 style2 affiliate-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-d-table affiliate-procon-inner\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list style2 affiliate-props-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><span class=\"affiliate-proscons-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-thumbs-up\"><\/i><\/span><p class=\"affiliate-props-title style2 affiliate-propcon-title\"> Pros <\/p><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>Reduces automated attacks from bots scanning default ports.\u00a0<\/li><li>Decreases unwanted login attempts and noise in security logs.\u00a0<\/li><li>Makes your system less visible to casual port scans.\u00a0<\/li><li>Adds a small layer of obscurity through &#8220;security by obscurity.&#8221;\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list style2 affiliate-cons-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><span class=\"affiliate-proscons-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-thumbs-down\"><\/i><\/span><p class=\"affiliate-const-title style2 affiliate-propcon-title\"> Cons <\/p><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-times-circle\"><li>It doesn\u2019t fix the core security problem; determined hackers can still find it.\u00a0<\/li><li>Creates extra work for legitimate users who need to remember the new port.\u00a0<\/li><li>Makes system administration more complicated for IT teams.\u00a0<\/li><li>Users need special connection strings or saved connection files to access it.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can consider changing your default port, as it could be a quick fix that sounds good at first, but if you understand it clearly, it&#8217;s not a real security solution. It mainly just hides your system from lazy attackers and reduces annoying automated scans.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But if someone really wants to access your computer, they can still find RDP on any port. The real way to stay safe is to use strong passwords, enable multi-factor authentication, and keep your system updated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always consider using a VPN; changing the port can be part of your complete security plan, but it shouldn\u2019t be your main defense mechanism.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"6-benefits-fewer-scans-cleaner-logs-less-noise-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits (Fewer Scans, Cleaner Logs, Less Noise)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most practical reasons people change their default port is to reduce the constant barrage of automated attacks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your computer will receive fewer unwanted connection attempts, which means your system stays cleaner and easier to manage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How it can help you:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-a9ef6a07-426a-410d-92cf-0a0a6eae59cf\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-a9ef6a affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Fewer automated scans:<\/strong> Hackers and bots constantly scan computers for open port 3389. When you change your port, these automated attacks completely miss you. Your system becomes invincible to these lazy attacks.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Cleaner security logs:<\/strong> If you have fewer failed login attempts, your security logs stay clean and easier to read. You can focus on real problems instead of sifting through hundreds of useless attack records.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Less network noise:<\/strong> Your bandwidth is not wasted on handling thousands of random connection requests. This simply means your network runs a bit smoother and faster.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are actual benefits and noticeable, especially if you run a server that faces the internet. Your computer will be much quieter, your logs will be easier to understand, and you\u2019ll spend less time cleaning up the automated attacks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"7-limitations-amp-risks-lockout-false-sense-of-security-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Limitations &amp; Risks (Lockout, False Sense of Security)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We know that changing your port might seem like a smart security move for many users, but it comes with some real drawbacks that can cause serious problems. It\u2019s important to understand these major limitations before you make the changes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What risks can you face:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-9bd2eaa9-feca-4d94-af57-597de31a206a\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-9bd2ea affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Risk of Lockout:<\/strong> When you change your port, you need to remember the new number. If you forget it or write it down wrong, you might lock yourself out of your own computer.\u00a0<\/li><li>Team members and contractors also need to know the new port, which means sharing sensitive information and creating confusion during troubleshooting.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>False sense of security:<\/strong> Changing the port makes you feel safer, but it doesn\u2019t actually fix the real problem.\u00a0<\/li><li>Hackers who specifically want to target you can still find your RDP on any port using port scanning tools. You\u2019re only hiding from automated bots, but not from real attackers.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Creates technical debt:<\/strong> Every tool, script, or automation that connects to RDP needs to be updated with the new port number. This ongoing maintenance burden grows as your system becomes more complex.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You just get the false sense of security that actually makes things worse for you. You might think your system is well-protected when it&#8217;s not, and then you skip the real security measures that actually matter.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"8-how-to-change-default-rdp-port-3389-step-by-step-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to change default rdp port 3389 (Step by Step)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need to change your port, you&#8217;ll need to update your Windows registry settings and firewall rules. The process is very simple, and if you follow all the steps carefully, you\u2019ll avoid locking yourself out. Before you start, make sure you have admin access to your computer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"9-step-1-%E2%80%94-back-up-the-windows-registry-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 1 \u2014 Back Up the Windows Registry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before making any changes to the registry, always create a backup first. This way, if something goes wrong, you can still restore your system to the way it was.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-9d8709ad-b817-4152-9679-85b89cb57170\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-9d8709 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.<\/li><li><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Type &#8220;regedit&#8221; and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"838\" height=\"566\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/open-windows-R-Back-Up-the-Windows-Registry.webp\" alt=\"open-windows-R-Back-Up-the-Windows-Registry\" class=\"wp-image-25552 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4865591397849462;width:553px;height:auto\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/open-windows-R-Back-Up-the-Windows-Registry.webp 838w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/open-windows-R-Back-Up-the-Windows-Registry-300x203.webp 300w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/open-windows-R-Back-Up-the-Windows-Registry-768x519.webp 768w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/open-windows-R-Back-Up-the-Windows-Registry-680x459.webp 680w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/open-windows-R-Back-Up-the-Windows-Registry-200x135.webp 200w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/open-windows-R-Back-Up-the-Windows-Registry-20x14.webp 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 838px) 100vw, 838px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-3bac71b9-63b8-4891-bd58-eb4e5184a2fd\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-3bac71 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Click on File at the top menu.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Select &#8220;Export&#8221; to have a backup copy, choose your location for your backup >> Now click on &#8220;Save.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"571\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export-1024x571.webp\" alt=\"this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export\" class=\"wp-image-25554 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.8101851851851851;width:782px;height:auto\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export-1024x571.webp 1024w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export-768x428.webp 768w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export-1100x613.webp 1100w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export-680x379.webp 680w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export-200x112.webp 200w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export-20x11.webp 20w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/this-is-your-registry-editor-click-on-file-on-top-and-slect-export.webp 1180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that your registry is backed up. If anything goes wrong, you can restore it by double-clicking your backup file.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"10-step-2%E2%80%94edit-the-portnumber-key-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 2\u2014Edit the PortNumber Key<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you have backed up your Windows registry, now you can easily change the actual RDP port number in your registry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-c825af27-4ebd-43b1-81d0-c56e3d4e6fee\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-c825af affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> In your Registry Editor, navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE >> System >> CurrentControlSet >> Control >> Terminal Server >> RDP-TCP.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key-1024x577.webp\" alt=\"Edit-the-PortNumber-Key\" class=\"wp-image-25550 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7852348993288591;width:798px;height:auto\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key-1024x577.webp 1024w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key-1100x620.webp 1100w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key-680x383.webp 680w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key-200x113.webp 200w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key-20x11.webp 20w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Edit-the-PortNumber-Key.webp 1206w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-7d2d58e3-37ee-40eb-8ea9-32ae6e6f32c1\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-7d2d58 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Find the key called &#8220;PortNumber&#8221; on the right side >> Double-click the port number to open it.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber-1024x577.webp\" alt=\"ind-the-key-called-_PortNumber\" class=\"wp-image-25551 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7879464285714286;width:801px;height:auto\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber-1024x577.webp 1024w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber-1100x620.webp 1100w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber-680x383.webp 680w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber-200x113.webp 200w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber-20x11.webp 20w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Find-the-key-called-_PortNumber.webp 1210w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-82cedc15-b869-4ab2-a70b-e59f6286bfe9\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-82cedc affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Change the value from 3389 to your new port number (for example, 5500) >> Click on &#8220;ok&#8221; to save the changes. >> Close the Registry Editor now.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t-1024x569.webp\" alt=\"change default rdp port 3389\" class=\"wp-image-25548 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.8117359413202934;width:741px;height:auto\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t-1024x569.webp 1024w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t-768x427.webp 768w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t-1100x611.webp 1100w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t-680x378.webp 680w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t-200x111.webp 200w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t-20x11.webp 20w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Change-the-value-from-3389-t.webp 1120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-f4aa2b91-874a-4986-9aaf-25b2231caaaa\" class=\"affiliate-block-undefined affiliate-notice-wrapper layout1\"><div class=\"affiliate-notice-inner affiliate-block-advanced-list\"><div class=\"affiliate-notice-title\"><i class=\"affiliate-notice-icon fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i><p id=\"-note:--\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> <\/p><\/div><div class=\"affiliate-notice-cntn-wrapper\"><p class=\"affiliate-notice-content\">Make sure to select &#8220;Decimal&#8221; at the bottom, not &#8220;Hexadecimal.&#8221;\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your new port number is now saved in Windows. To apply this change, you need to restart your computer, as Microsoft recommends restarting after making registry changes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"11-step-3-%E2%80%94-add-a-new-firewall-rule-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 3 \u2014 Add a New Firewall Rule<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Windows Firewall needs to know that your new RDP port is allowed through, and without this step, your users won\u2019t be able to connect to your computer on the new port.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-f59c1d8d-27cf-424b-a1ea-ffad36718c13\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-f59c1d affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Press Windows + R and type wf.msc to open Windows Firewall.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"982\" height=\"554\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Add-a-New-Firewall-Rule.webp\" alt=\"Add-a-New-Firewall-Rule\" class=\"wp-image-25547 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7878787878787878;width:649px;height:auto\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Add-a-New-Firewall-Rule.webp 982w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Add-a-New-Firewall-Rule-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Add-a-New-Firewall-Rule-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Add-a-New-Firewall-Rule-680x384.webp 680w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Add-a-New-Firewall-Rule-200x113.webp 200w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Add-a-New-Firewall-Rule-20x11.webp 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 982px) 100vw, 982px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-80aca7f5-f2d5-4c0d-896b-31e7c4fd375e\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-80aca7 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Click Inbound Rules>> Look for \u201cRemote Desktop&#8221;>> Select New Rule.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules-1024x574.webp\" alt=\"Click-Inbound-Rules\" class=\"wp-image-25549 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7949260042283297;width:849px;height:auto\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules-768x430.webp 768w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules-1100x616.webp 1100w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules-680x381.webp 680w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules-200x112.webp 200w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules-20x11.webp 20w, https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Click-Inbound-Rules.webp 1282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-0d449a42-ebe0-4daa-9363-63a5788123a9\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-0d449a affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Select Port and then click Next. >> Choose TCP. >> Click Next and allow the new connection. Give it a name like \u201cRemote Desktop &#8211; Custom Port.&#8221;\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/qloudrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/image-9-1024x571.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7952586206896552;width:833px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now just click on &#8220;Finish&#8221; and repeat this process to create a rule for your second remote desktop rule as well. Now your firewall allows connections on the new port.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"12-step-4-%E2%80%94-test-the-new-port-before-blocking-3389-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 4 \u2014 Test the New Port Before Blocking 3389<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you disable your old port again, test that your new port is actually working. This is the most important step for you because it prevents you from getting locked out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-1ee2dab9-044a-44f6-9002-53a20967af3f\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-1ee2da affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Restart your computer or restart your Remote Desktop service by opening Services.msc and restarting \u201cRemote Desktop Services.&#8221;\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Open a Remote Desktop connection on another computer.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Type your computer\u2019s IP address followed by a colon and your new port number. For example, 192.168.1.100:5500. Try to connect and log in again. If it works, you\u2019re ready to move forward.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> If it does not work, restart it or check that you entered the port number correctly in the registry.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you confirm that your new port works, you can safely disable the old port 3389. Now, go back to Windows Firewall, find your original Remote Desktop rules for port 3389, and disable them. This will prevent anyone from connecting on the old port.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"13-common-mistakes-when-changing-the-rdp-port-avoid-lockout-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Mistakes When Changing the RDP Port (Avoid Lockout)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All of this is very simple if you do it right, but one wrong step can easily lock you out of your own computer. Here are some of the most common mistakes you can make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mistake 1: Not testing before blocking the old port.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t disable port 3389 until you have confirmed the new port works from another computer. If the new port fails and you have already blocked the old one, you will be locked out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mistake 2: Changing the registry before allowing the new port in the firewall.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You switch RDP to a new port, but Windows Firewall still blocks it. So, you cannot connect after a reboot or service restart. Always add the firewall rule for the new port first, then change the registry, then test.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mistake 3: Typing the wrong port number&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A small typo in the registry, firewall rule, or RDP client means you\u2019re connecting to the wrong port. Double-check the number everywhere and keep it simple.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mistake 4: Using Hexadecimal instead of decimal<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When editing PortNumber in the registry, select &#8220;Decimal,&#8221; not &#8220;Hexadecimal&#8221;; choosing the wrong format will give you the wrong port number.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mistake 5: Not testing the new port before closing your current session&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You change the port, reboot, and immediately drop your existing RDP session. If something is misconfigured, you have no way back in. Always test a new RDP connection on the new port while keeping the old session open, and only close it once the new one works.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always test the new port on another computer before disabling the old port. Be sure to keep the backup plan in case something fails. Always keep a backup plan ready; make sure you have another way to access your system locally or through a remote assistant just in case something goes wrong.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"14-better-ways-to-secure-rdp-beyond-changing-the-port-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Better Ways to Secure RDP (Beyond Changing the Port)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several ways in which you can secure your RDP port, apart from just changing your port. Only changing your port is just a minor security step, but there are much more effective ways to protect your system. These methods actually stop real attackers, not just automated bots.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"15-enable-network-level-authentication-nla-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enable Network Level Authentication (NLA)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Network Level Authentication (NLA) forces users to authenticate before they connect to the desktop. This prevents attackers from even reaching the login screen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How it works:<\/strong> Attackers must enter credentials before gaining access to the system. Failed authentication attempts are logged, and you can easily set lockout policies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to enable it:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-ce20c94a-8d75-4135-9765-65b88db5df19\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-ce20c9 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>Open System Properties (Windows)<\/li><li>Click on \u201cRemote Settings.&#8221;\u00a0<\/li><li>Check \u201cAllow remote connections only from computers running Remote Desktop with NLA.&#8221;\u00a0<\/li><li>Now click Apply and OK.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"16-use-strong-passwords-or-certificate-authentication-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Use Strong Passwords or Certificate Authentication<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Weak passwords are the number one reason that RDP accounts get hacked; therefore, it is always suggested to use strong passwords so that they can make brute-force attacks nearly impossible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Strong password requirements:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-0e014ff1-657e-417b-9049-88c8169f20e7\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-0e014f affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>At least 14+ characters, a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters.\u00a0<\/li><li>There should be a change of the RDP port security with best practices; avoid using any personal information used, and always change your passwords every 90 days.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"17-enable-multi-factor-authentication-mfa-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RDP by itself only uses a username + password. MFA adds a second step (like a phone app approval). MFA requires two or more verification methods; even if someone steals your password, they cannot access your system without the second factor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Common second factors:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-80969215-504d-48da-895c-a2638b2bab1e\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-809692 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>Authenticator apps (Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator)\u00a0<\/li><li>Biometric verification (fingerprint, face recognition)\u00a0<\/li><li>Security keys or smart cards.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How to implement: You can use third-party tools like Cisco Duo or Authy that easily integrate with RDP and require a second authentication step.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"18-restrict-rdp-by-ip-address-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Restrict RDP by IP Address<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only allows RDP connections from trusted IP addresses. This will prevent all attackers from connecting, even if they have valid credentials.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to do it:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-987eefd3-e534-4d37-8c4f-69eb65738b56\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-987eef affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>Log in to your dashboard and find Firewall >> Security Group >> Network rules for your server.\u00a0<\/li><li>For an inbound rule on TCP port 3389 (RDP): Allow only from:\u00a0<\/li><li>Your office\/home public IP or\u00a0<\/li><li>Your VPN\u2019s public IP or subnet.\u00a0<\/li><li>Do not allow from &#8220;anywhere.&#8221;\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>On your Windows server itself:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-d0c59de4-b6f2-48fb-a722-90465d892cdb\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-d0c59d affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>Open Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security.\u00a0<\/li><li>Go to Inbound rules.\u00a0<\/li><li>Find Remote Desktop>> User Mode (TCP-in)>> Open Properties.\u00a0<\/li><li>Under &#8220;Remote IP address,&#8221;&#8221; choose your IP address>> Save.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now even if someone finds your RDP port, they cannot reach it unless they\u2019re from an allowed IP.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"19-put-rdp-behind-a-vpn-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Put RDP Behind a VPN<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead of exposing RDP directly to the internet, force all connections through a VPN first. Users must first authenticate to the VPN before they can even attempt to connect through RDP.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Benefits:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-17bbb463-8063-4175-96ed-e3b09f2f87fe\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-17bbb4 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>RDP is hidden from the internet entirely. Users must authenticate twice (VPN + RDP)\u00a0<\/li><li>All traffic is encrypted, so attackers cannot find RDP on the internet.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"20-enable-account-lockout-amp-rename-admin-account-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enable Account Lockout &amp; Rename Admin Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These two are the most important defenses against brute-force attacks. Weak account policies make brute-force attacks quite successful. So, strong policies stop attackers cold.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While changing your RDP port stops automated bots from finding you, account lockout stops them from cracking your password, and renaming the administrator account forces attackers to guess both the username and password.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Account Lockout Policy:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-6a661cd5-4642-4372-956b-51499770cf17\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-6a661c affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>Set to lock accounts after 10 failed login attempts.\u00a0<\/li><li>Lock duration is around 10 minutes.\u00a0<\/li><li>Reset the counter after 10 minutes.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"21-does-your-rdpvps-provider-handle-port-security-for-you-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does Your RDP\/VPS Provider Handle Port Security for You?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, many hosting providers and VPS companies offer built-in security features that can easily handle port management automatically. You need to check your provider\u2019s documentation to see if they offer port security features or not.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like, QloudRDP offers good port security for users, but it\u2019s largely something you configure and manage yourself with their support.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They expect you to restrict RDP access (port 3389) through firewall rules, IP whitelisting, and Windows Defender settings on your VPS, and they focus on best practices like changing your default port, enabling MFA, and using VPNs or IP allowlists to reduce exposure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"22-faq-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong> (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #e3f4e3; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #e3f4e3;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Is it safe to leave RDP on port 3389?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down open\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, it is not safe to leave the RDP port on 3389. Port 3389 gets constant automated attacks because it&#8217;s the default one, but if you have strong passwords, MFA enabled, and IP restrictions, the port number does not matter much.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #e3f4e3; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #e3f4e3;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>What port should I change RDP to?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you decide to change the default RDP port 3389, you can use the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Port 3390 (popular choice)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Port 5501 (alternative)\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #e3f4e3; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #e3f4e3;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Does changing the RDP port stop hackers?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, not completely. Changing the port can stop automated bots that can scan for port 3389, but determined hackers can always find you.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #e3f4e3; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #e3f4e3;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Will changing the port break my RDP connection?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, changing your remote access port will break your active RDP connection and will also prevent the standard connections until you update your connection address and firewall rules.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #e3f4e3; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #e3f4e3;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>How do I connect to RDP on a custom port?<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-02989cd3-ce3e-4691-9d29-234f05eda891\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On your Windows Remote Desktop Connection<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-d77ef5e3-e610-4766-a8c9-f1a341433a44\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-d77ef5 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle\"><li>Open a remote desktop connection.\u00a0<\/li><li>In the \u201cComputer\u201d field, type 192.168.1.100:5500.\u00a0<\/li><li>Replace the IP with your computer\u2019s actual IP, and replace 5500 with your custom port.\u00a0<\/li><li>Click on Connect, enter your username and password, and then click on OK.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"28-conclusion-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">People generally think that changing their default RDP port is a big step, but in reality, it&#8217;s just a simple security step that reduces only the unwanted automated attacks and keeps your logs clean.&nbsp;It&#8217;s not a complete security solution, as determined hackers will always find ways to attack you.&nbsp;The real protection comes from using NLA, strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and IP restrictions. The most dangerous mistake is to believe that changing the port alone can make you secure, so always combine it with stronger authentication methods.&nbsp;Test everything before disabling your old port to avoid locking yourself out. 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