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Cyrus IMAP — Common Ports

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Community software entries: links are references, not individual verification.

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143
tcpEmail & Messaging

IMAP on TCP 143 can upgrade a connection with STARTTLS when supported. It differs from implicit TLS on port 993.

IMAPServer

Scope

Port associations on this page are community-database references (common usage), not a live measurement of any machine; confirm with the official documentation before deployment.

Frequently asked questions

What port does Cyrus IMAP use?

Cyrus IMAP commonly uses these ports: 143. These are community database references — actual configuration may differ.

How do I check if Cyrus IMAP is running?

Run sudo ss -tlpn 'sport = :143' on the server to check for listening processes on these ports. Also use systemctl status <service> to check the service state. Without root you may not see other users' processes. A listening port alone does not prove the software identity — verify with the config file and process name.

What category does Cyrus IMAP belong to?

Cyrus IMAP belongs to the Email & Messaging category. This page lists the software's port associations and their roles.

Quick Info

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Email & Messaging
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