FAQ

IRC (Internet Relay Chat) is a protocol for live communication over the internet. It allows users to join chat rooms (channels) where they can communicate with other users in real time. IRC is one of the oldest communication methods and is widely used in various communities.

To connect to an IRC server, you need an IRC client like HexChat, mIRC, or WeeChat. Simply open the client, enter the server address (e.g., irc.hybridirc.com), choose a nickname, and connect. Once connected, you can join channels to chat.

An IRC client is a software application or web-based tool that allows users to connect to an IRC network. These clients provide a user interface for chatting, joining channels, and managing your IRC experience. You can find a list of recommended IRC clients on our IRC Clients page.

There are several possible reasons why you could be having connection troubles, such as firewall settings, incorrect server details, or network restrictions. Make sure you're using the correct server address and port. If you're still having issues, feel free to reach out to us via our contact page for further assistance.

No, the server uses a cloaking system to hide your real IP address from other users. If you perform a /whois on yourself, you’ll see your own IP or hostmask, but regular users will not be able to see it.

To view a list of all public IRC channels, type /list in your IRC client. Please note that some channels may be private or hidden and won’t appear in the list.

You can join up to 20 channels simultaneously. This server-side limit is designed to provide users with enough flexibility to operate their own channels while remaining active in others for communication and collaboration. The limit is fixed and cannot be modified.

You need to speak directly to the channel operators. Only they can remove the ban. HybridIRC staff do not get involved in channel bans or internal channel issues.

You may register your nickname with NickServ with the following command:
/msg NickServ REGISTER <password> <email>

Our network services support quite a few methods of identification during connection. For instructions using any of these methods, please consult your client's documentation. Some authentication methods may not be supported by your client.

• Account password as server password
• /msg NickServ IDENTIFY [account_name]
• /identify <password>
• Plain-text SASL
• DH-Blowfish SASL
• DH-AES SASL (Preferred)
• Client certificate fingerprint (CERTFP — see /msg NickServ HELP CERT)

Yes. You can register multiple nicknames to the same NickServ account using the GROUP command. For more information and instructions, please visit our nickname grouping page.

To change your nickname password, type: /msg NickServ SET PASSWORD <newpass>

If you lose or forget your services account password, you can recover it using the /msg NickServ SENDPASS <nickname> command. When you issue the command, a recovery code will be sent to your registered email address. Using this code, you can set a new password for your account without the need for network staff intervention.

You must have a registered and identified nickname, then type: /msg ChanServ REGISTER #channel

If you don't want to receive any message or notice from anyone, you should use (privdeaf) mode by typing /mode yournick +D

To blocks private messages from unregistered users, type /mode yournick +R

We have command aliases for most network services. For example, you can type /ns instead of /msg NickServ, /cs instead of /msg ChanServ, /ms instead of /msg MemoServ, and so on.

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You can use HelpServ for this purpose. You do so with this command:

/msg HelpServ helpme

Replace with the question you wish to ask. This will prompt HelpServ to send a message to network staff on your behalf. You can also use this if you're having issues such as attempted channel take overs or anything requiring the immediate intervention of network staff. Please do not abuse this feature. We can and will direct services to ignore you if there is abuse.