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IRC Hosting, UnrealIRCd, Anope Services, ZNC, Eggdrop and IRC Administration

IRC hosting accounts are activated after payment and email confirmation. Server details and login information are sent by email.
  • UnrealIRCd IRC Servers
  • Anope Network Services
  • ZNC IRC Bouncers
  • Eggdrop Bots
  • SSL/TLS IRC Connections
  • IRC Network Hosting
Use SSL/TLS connections.
  • 6697 - Secure IRC SSL port
  • 6667 - Standard IRC port
UnrealIRCd (Unreal Internet Relay Chat Daemon) is IRC server software used to create and operate IRC networks. It provides the infrastructure that allows users to connect, join channels, communicate, and allows administrators to manage the IRC network.
UnrealIRCd Features
  • User Connections - Handles thousands of simultaneous IRC users.
  • Channel Management - Creates and manages public and private IRC channels.
  • Server Linking - Allows multiple IRC servers to connect together into one network.
  • IRC Operator Management - Provides administrator accounts with network management permissions.
  • SSL/TLS Support - Allows encrypted IRC connections for users and servers.
  • Security Controls - Includes bans, throttling, anti-abuse protections, and access controls.
  • Module Support - Extends functionality using loadable modules.
  • Configuration Control - Provides detailed settings for users, channels, permissions, and services.
Common UnrealIRCd Components
  • IRC Server - Accepts user connections and manages communication.
  • IRC Operator System - Controls network administration access.
  • Server Links - Connects multiple IRC servers together.
  • Modules - Adds additional features and functionality.
  • Configuration Files - Controls server behavior.
Common UnrealIRCd Commands
  • /INFO - Display server information.
  • /LUSERS - Show network statistics.
  • /MOTD - Display the server message of the day.
  • /VERSION - Show IRC server version.
  • /ADMIN - Display administrator information.
  • /LINKS - Display linked servers.
  • /MAP - Show the IRC network map.
  • /STATS - Display server statistics (permissions required).
  • /REHASH - Reload UnrealIRCd configuration.
  • /DIE - Shut down the IRC server (IRC Operator only).
IRC Operator Commands
  • /OPER username password - Authenticate as IRC Operator.
  • /KILL nickname reason - Disconnect a user from the network.
  • /KLINE user@host reason - Add a local user ban.
  • /GLINE user@host reason - Add a network-wide ban.
  • /ZLINE user@host reason - Add an IP-level ban.
  • /SAJOIN nickname #channel - Force a user to join a channel.
  • /SAPART nickname #channel - Force a user to leave a channel.
  • /SAMODE #channel mode - Change channel modes as an administrator.
  • /SWHOIS nickname information - Add server-side WHOIS information.
UnrealIRCd Configuration Areas
  • Me Block - Defines the IRC server name and settings.
  • Admin Block - Defines administrator information.
  • Class Blocks - Controls connection limits.
  • Allow Blocks - Controls who can connect.
  • Oper Blocks - Creates IRC Operator accounts.
  • Link Blocks - Configures server connections.
  • Ban Blocks - Controls network bans.
  • Loadmodule - Loads server modules.
Why use UnrealIRCd?
  • Reliable IRC network platform
  • Suitable for small and large IRC networks
  • Strong security features
  • Flexible configuration
  • Works with Anope Services
  • Supports advanced IRC administration
Anope provides IRC network services:
  • NickServ
  • ChanServ
  • OperServ
  • BotServ
  • MemoServ
  • HostServ
Register your nickname:

/msg NickServ REGISTER password email@example.com

Identify:

/msg NickServ IDENTIFY password
Register a channel:

/msg ChanServ REGISTER #channel password description

ChanServ manages channel access, operators, bans and settings.
ZNC is an IRC bouncer that keeps your IRC connection online even when you are disconnected. Features:
  • 24/7 IRC connection
  • Chat history playback
  • Multiple device connections
  • Web administration panel
  • Nickname staying online
Eggdrop is an IRC bot used for channel automation and protection. Common uses:
  • Channel moderation
  • Anti-flood protection
  • User management
  • Statistics
  • Tcl scripting
IRC Operator access is assigned by the network administrator. Login command:

/OPER username password

IRC Operators can manage network functions according to their permissions.
Yes. UnrealIRCd supports server linking. Requirements:
  • Correct server configuration
  • Authentication settings
  • Matching network configuration
  • Proper permissions
Supported IRC clients include:
  • HexChat
  • mIRC
  • WeeChat
  • Konversation
  • IRCCloud
  • Mobile IRC applications
Security recommendations:
  • Use SSL/TLS
  • Use strong passwords
  • Limit IRC Operator access
  • Update IRC software
  • Monitor server logs
  • Protect channel permissions
Logs are useful for troubleshooting:
  • UnrealIRCd logs
  • Anope Services logs
  • ZNC logs
  • Eggdrop logs
Providing logs helps support diagnose problems faster.
Reload UnrealIRCd configuration with:

/REHASH

Always verify configuration changes before applying them.
If you forget your nickname password, use NickServ password recovery if enabled, or contact SiSrv support for assistance. Never share your IRC passwords with anyone.
Recommended protections:
  • Use ChanServ access lists
  • Enable channel modes
  • Use flood protection
  • Use trusted channel operators
  • Use Eggdrop protection scripts
Common IRC commands:
Connection Commands
  • /SERVER irc.server.com - Connect to an IRC server
  • /QUIT message - Disconnect from IRC with a message
  • /RECONNECT - Reconnect to the current server
  • /PING nickname - Check user/server response time
Nickname Commands
  • /NICK newnickname - Change your nickname
  • /WHOIS nickname - View user information
  • /WHOWAS nickname - View previous nickname information
  • /AWAY message - Set an away message
  • /AWAY - Remove away status
Channel Commands
  • /JOIN #channel - Join a channel
  • /PART #channel - Leave a channel
  • /LIST - Display available channels
  • /NAMES #channel - Show users in a channel
  • /TOPIC #channel topic - Change channel topic
Messaging Commands
  • /MSG nickname message - Send a private message
  • /NOTICE nickname message - Send a notice
  • /QUERY nickname - Open a private chat
  • /ME action - Send an action message
Channel Operator Commands
  • /MODE #channel +o nickname - Give operator status
  • /MODE #channel -o nickname - Remove operator status
  • /MODE #channel +v nickname - Give voice status
  • /KICK #channel nickname reason - Kick a user
  • /BAN #channel nickname - Ban a user
  • /INVITE nickname #channel - Invite a user to a channel
User Information Commands
  • /USERHOST nickname - Display user host information
  • /USERIP nickname - Display user IP information (if permitted)
  • /ISON nickname - Check if a user is online
Anope Services Commands
  • /msg NickServ INFO nickname - View nickname information
  • /msg NickServ IDENTIFY password - Identify your nickname
  • /msg ChanServ INFO #channel - View channel information
  • /msg ChanServ OP #channel nickname - Give operator status
  • /msg MemoServ SEND nickname message - Send a memo
IRC Operator Commands
  • /OPER username password - Login as IRC Operator
  • /REHASH - Reload server configuration
  • /KILL nickname reason - Disconnect a user
  • /GLINE user@host reason - Network ban a user
  • /SQUIT server reason - Disconnect a server link
ZNC Commands
  • /msg *status help - Show ZNC commands
  • /msg *status ListNetworks - List networks
  • /msg *status ClearAllChannelBuffers - Clear buffers
Eggdrop Commands
  • .help - Show bot commands
  • .status - Show bot status
  • .who - Show bot users
  • .ban nickname - Add a bot ban
You can contact SiSrv support through the client area. When requesting support include:
  • Your account information
  • Server name
  • Error messages
  • Relevant logs
SiSrv support can help with:
  • UnrealIRCd configuration
  • Anope Services setup
  • ZNC configuration
  • Eggdrop installation
  • IRC Operator setup
  • Network troubleshooting
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