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title: SMTP Port 25 outbound open?
description: Yes, port 25 is open. However, in the event the VPS is used to distribute spam/marketing email or perform SMTP attacks, we will close the port proactively. Port 25 usage is only available for personal, business and transactional email.
url: "https://ncxhost.com/docs/smtp-port-25-outbound-open/"
updated: "2025-12-09"
category: GENERAL / INFRASTRUCTURE / NETWORK
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# SMTP Port 25 outbound open?

Yes, port 25 is open. However, in the event the VPS is used to distribute spam/marketing email or perform SMTP attacks, we will close the port proactively. Port 25 usage is only available for personal, business and transactional email.