Port 9092: Kafka
Port 9092 is the default port for an Apache Kafka broker, the distributed event-streaming platform used to move high volumes of data between systems in real time. Producers and consumers both connect on this port unless a cluster is configured otherwise.
| Port number | 9092 |
|---|---|
| Service | Apache Kafka broker |
| Protocol | TCP |
| Category | Message queues |
| Default encryption | No |
Frequently asked questions
What is port 9092 used for?
Port 9092 is the default port for an Apache Kafka broker, the distributed event-streaming platform used to move high volumes of data between systems in real time. Producers and consumers both connect on this port unless a cluster is configured otherwise.
Is port 9092 TCP or UDP?
Port 9092 (Kafka) uses TCP.
Is port 9092 secure?
Port 9092 is not encrypted by default. Where possible, use an encrypted alternative or tunnel it over TLS or a VPN.
Should I open port 9092 on my firewall?
Only if you specifically need Kafka. Expose it to the smallest set of trusted sources, and never open database or Windows-service ports to the whole internet.