# Change RDP Port

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**INFO:** 

Changing the default port for Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) can provide an additional layer of security for your system
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Open Registry Editor from the Run Prompt (**windows key + R**) :

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Locate and then click the following registry subkey :

```
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Control\TerminalServer\WinStations\RDP-Tcp\PortNumber

```

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On the Edit menu, click "**Decimal**", edit "3389" to Your Custom Port Number, and then Click "**OK**" :

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**You Need To Open New TCP RDP Port**&#x20;

See [Open Ports (Port Forwarding)](/windows-server/open-ports-port-forwarding.md)
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Open "**Services**" from the Run Prompt (**windows key + R**) :

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Restart "**Remote Desktop Services**" Service :&#x20;

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You will now be able to log back into the server with the new RDP port.

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