Port 19132: Minecraft Bedrock

Port 19132 is the default port for a Minecraft Bedrock Edition server, the version of the game that runs on consoles, mobile, and Windows. Bedrock uses UDP, unlike the Java Edition server on port 25565, which uses TCP.

UDPGamingUnencrypted by default
Port number19132
ServiceMinecraft Bedrock Edition server
ProtocolUDP
CategoryGaming
Default encryptionNo
Security note. Port 19132 is not encrypted by default. Restrict it to trusted networks, or use an encrypted alternative where one exists, to avoid exposing credentials and data in transit.

Frequently asked questions

What is port 19132 used for?

Port 19132 is the default port for a Minecraft Bedrock Edition server, the version of the game that runs on consoles, mobile, and Windows. Bedrock uses UDP, unlike the Java Edition server on port 25565, which uses TCP.

Is port 19132 TCP or UDP?

Port 19132 (Minecraft Bedrock) uses UDP.

Is port 19132 secure?

Port 19132 is not encrypted by default. Where possible, use an encrypted alternative or tunnel it over TLS or a VPN.

Should I open port 19132 on my firewall?

Only if you specifically need Minecraft Bedrock. Expose it to the smallest set of trusted sources, and never open database or Windows-service ports to the whole internet.