PowerDNS — Common Ports
Community software entries: links are references, not individual verification.
Default Ports (1)
Conventional DNS uses port 53 over UDP and TCP. Treating DNS as a UDP-only service can cause incomplete or intermittent resolution.
High-performance DNS server
Role Unconfirmed (1)
8080 is a common alternate HTTP listener, including Tomcat deployments. It is not a universal proxy or framework port; inspect the actual process and configuration.
PowerDNSServer
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 PowerDNS use?
PowerDNS commonly uses these ports: 53, 8080. The default port is 53. These are community database references — actual configuration may differ.
How do I check if PowerDNS is running?
Run sudo ss -tlupn 'sport = :53 or sport = :8080 or sport = :53' 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 PowerDNS belong to?
PowerDNS belongs to the DNS Services category. This page lists the software's port associations and their roles.
What other ports does PowerDNS use besides the default?
PowerDNS also uses these ports: 8080. Their purpose (admin interface, metrics, or alternative configuration) is detailed in the role-grouped list above.
Quick Info
- Categories
- DNS Services
- Associated ports
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