{"id":204051,"date":"2025-03-13T10:50:35","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T10:50:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=204051"},"modified":"2025-03-13T11:02:11","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T11:02:11","slug":"port-forward-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Port Forward PLDT and Bypass CGNAT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you wish to connect to gaming servers? Want to set up communication with other external devices? Well, you need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/port-forwarding\/what-is-port-forwarding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">port forwarding<\/a> to connect to external servers or devices. ISPs, including <a href=\"https:\/\/pldthome.com\/\">PLDT<\/a>, perform CGNAT to conserve the pool of usable IPv4 addresses. You can&#8217;t port forward PLDT home routers if they sit behind CGNAT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a step-by-step guide on how to port forward PLDT routers, even behind CGNAT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-67d4831752b19\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#What_is_CGNAT\" title=\"What is CGNAT?\">What is CGNAT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#Why_does_PLDT_perform_CGNAT\" title=\"Why does PLDT perform CGNAT?\">Why does PLDT perform CGNAT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#Why_is_Port_Forwarding_an_issue_on_PLDT\" title=\"Why is Port Forwarding an issue on PLDT?\">Why is Port Forwarding an issue on PLDT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#How_can_PureVPN_help_you_port_forward_PLDT\" title=\"How can PureVPN help you port forward PLDT\">How can PureVPN help you port forward PLDT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#Quickly_and_safely_open_ports_using_PureVPN\" title=\"Quickly and safely open ports using PureVPN\">Quickly and safely open ports using PureVPN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#Host_a_server_with_a_dedicated_IP_and_port_forwarding_add-on\" title=\"Host a server with a dedicated IP and port forwarding add-on\">Host a server with a dedicated IP and port forwarding add-on<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#Why_pick_PureVPN_for_your_port_forwarding_needs\" title=\"Why pick PureVPN for your port forwarding needs\">Why pick PureVPN for your port forwarding needs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#What_is_the_PLDT_192168_admin_password\" title=\"What is the PLDT 192.168 admin password?\">What is the PLDT 192.168 admin password?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#How_do_I_access_PLDT_admin\" title=\"How do I access PLDT admin?\">How do I access PLDT admin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/port-forwarding-pldt-and-bypass-cgnat\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-port-forwarding-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Port_Forwarding\"><\/span>What is Port Forwarding?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Port forwarding is a great way to improve your PLDT router experience. It enables others to access services or applications on your device on the Internet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use Port forwarding for many purposes, like hosting websites, game servers, and online device access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suppose you play games online, but it starts to lag in final battles, and you lose the game. You will wish for a stable internet connection on your PLDT router.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Port forwarding helps you to forward your gaming server traffic to a port like 3074, so no other data packets can affect your connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-cgnat\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_CGNAT\"><\/span>What is CGNAT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/what-is-cgnat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CGNAT<\/a>, aka large-scale NAT or Carrier-grade NAT, is an address translation mechanism that conserves the IPv4 pool. CGNAT translates many private IPs into a shared public address assigning the same public IP to different customers. Performing CGNAT can prevent IP exhaustion but it stops consumers from opening ports even if their routers are configured for port forwarding.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-does-pldt-perform-cgnat\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_PLDT_perform_CGNAT\"><\/span>Why does PLDT perform CGNAT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CGNAT is a solution to continue operations with the IPv4 structure. This is still needed because the transition toward the IPv6 protocol is pretty costly. So, ISPs try to avoid getting more IPv4 addresses for new customers because the cost of IP addresses increases exponentially with more users onboarded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CGNAT provides an efficient solution and allows ISPs to allocate the same public IP address to many users. As a result, performing CGNAT reduces the number of public IP addresses the ISP has to invest in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-port-forwarding-an-issue-on-pldt\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Port_Forwarding_an_issue_on_PLDT\"><\/span>Why is Port Forwarding an issue on PLDT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The short answer is CGNAT. When many users on the same network share the same <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/what-is-an-ip-address\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IP address<\/a>, opening ports can be risky because it can result in IP blacklisting. So, to avoid unnecessary complications, port forwarding requests are often rejected by ISPs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-purevpn-help-you-port-forward-pldt\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_PureVPN_help_you_port_forward_PLDT\"><\/span>How can PureVPN help you port forward PLDT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to forward ports without hassle, use PureVPN&#8217;s Port Forwarding add-on to bypass CGNAT on PLDT routers. PureVPN offers many features to manage your network security, helping you open ports without security risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now port forward with a few simple clicks. Follow the instructions given below to enable the Port Forwarding add-on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Login to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PureVPN<\/a> member area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the subscription tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click Configure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply your desired port settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click Apply settings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/images.purevpn-tools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/en\/2024\/12\/Port-Forwarding-1.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-650318\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quickly-and-safely-open-ports-using-purevpn\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quickly_and_safely_open_ports_using_PureVPN\"><\/span>Quickly and safely open ports using PureVPN<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening a port shouldn\u2019t be complicated. With the Port Forwarding add-on, it\u2019s as simple as 1, 2, and 3!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/port-forwarding\" style=\"background-color:#28c675\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Open Ports Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-host-a-server-with-a-dedicated-ip-and-port-forwarding-add-on\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Host_a_server_with_a_dedicated_IP_and_port_forwarding_add-on\"><\/span>Host a server with a dedicated IP and port forwarding add-on<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/dedicated-ip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dedicated IP<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/port-forwarding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">port forwarding<\/a> add-on for specific reasons only. If you wish to host a game server, get your IP whitelisted, or want your friends to connect to your at-home devices, get a dedicated IP and the port forwarding combo deal. A dedicated IP allows you to create servers and allow external IP addresses to connect to your server without any IP mapping issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/sec-order\" style=\"background-color:#28c675\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get the Combo Deal<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-pick-purevpn-for-your-port-forwarding-needs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_pick_PureVPN_for_your_port_forwarding_needs\"><\/span>Why pick PureVPN for your port forwarding needs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you feeling confused by complex port forwarding processes? PureVPN&#8217;s port forwarding add-on is an efficient solution for manual and automatic port forwarding. Thousands of users trust PureVPN to open ports behind several routers including PLDT, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/port-forwarding\/xfinity\">Xfinity<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/starlink-cgnat-port-forwarding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Starlink<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The port forwarding add-on allows you to open ports with only a few simple clicks! Not only does the port forwarding add-on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/blog\/cgnat-port-forwarding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bypass CGNAT<\/a>, but it also resolves your connectivity issues and improves your gaming experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s what you can get with a PureVPN subscription:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Access to more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purevpn.com\/servers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6,000 servers<\/a> in 78+ locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent features such as split tunneling, IP masking, simultaneous logins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PureVPN also enforces a no-log policy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protection against malicious threats and DDoS attacks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-pldt-192-168-admin-password\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PLDT_192168_admin_password\"><\/span>What is the PLDT 192.168 admin password?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PLDT 192.168.1.1 default password is admin. However, it can differ from other models.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To check your PLDT router password, go to its manual or website or look for it printed on the back of your PLDT modem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to find it is to contact your PLDT customer care and ask for the admin password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-i-access-pldt-admin\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_access_PLDT_admin\"><\/span>How do I access PLDT admin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use the below instructions to access your PLDT admin:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Go to any browser and search for address 192.168.1.1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also check your PLDT router\u2019s gateway IP with ipconfig on Command Prompt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insert <strong>admin<\/strong> as your username and password.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the Login option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, you can access PLDT admin.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676623371368\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are some common issues when port forwarding with PLDT?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Some common issues when port forwarding with PLDT include incorrect settings, outdated firmware, and conflicts with other network settings. You might also encounter issues if your ISP is blocking certain ports or if your external IP address changes frequently.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676623512599\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I troubleshoot port forwarding issues with PLDT?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">To troubleshoot port forwarding issues with PLDT, you can try resetting your router to its default settings, updating the firmware, or checking for conflicting network settings. You can also try using a different port or protocol, or contacting PLDT customer support for further assistance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676623524091\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is port forwarding safe?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Port forwarding can create security vulnerabilities on your network if not done properly. It can expose devices and services to the internet, making them more vulnerable to attacks. You should take precautions such as using strong passwords, keeping your firmware up to date, monitoring your network for suspicious activity &amp; using VPN along with port forwarding.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1724908457762\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does PLDT allow port forwarding?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">PLDT uses CGNAT, which prevents traditional port forwarding due to a single public IP being shared among multiple users. To enable port forwarding, PLDT customers need to obtain a dedicated (or static) IP address.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1724908468094\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is PLTD using CGNAT?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, PLDT employs CGNAT, meaning multiple subscribers share the same public IP address, impacting typical network configurations like port forwarding. The good news is that you can get around these CGNAT limitations by using PureVPN\u2019s Port Forwarding add-on.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1724908479486\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does PLTD use dynamic IP?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, PLDT typically provides dynamic IP addresses to residential customers. These IPs can change each time the router is restarted or periodically.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1730976353501\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the best PLDT CGNAT workaround?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Using a port forwarding VPN like PureVPN allows for direct control over your internet connections, effectively bypassing CGNAT limitations. Additionally, getting a dedicated IP from PLDT itself or setting up a reverse proxy can also offer solid workarounds depending on your specific needs and how your network is set up.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1730976361736\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I do PLDT port forwarding without a static IP?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Port forwarding without a static IP can be challenging due to PLDT\u2019s use of CGNAT, which typically prevents direct access to your router&#8217;s public IP address. Without a static IP, it becomes difficult to establish a consistent path for incoming connections needed for services like remote access or hosting servers.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1730976373152\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does PLDT CGNAT reduce internet speed?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The use of CGNAT by PLDT does not inherently reduce internet speed, but it can cause latency and jitter due to the additional handling of data packets. This might affect real-time applications like gaming or video conferencing.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you wish to connect to gaming servers? Want to set up communication with other external devices? Well, you need port forwarding to connect to external servers or devices. ISPs, including PLDT, perform CGNAT to conserve the pool of usable IPv4 addresses. You can&#8217;t port forward PLDT home routers if they sit behind CGNAT. 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