IRC Guides & Tutorials
Step-by-step guides built for beginners and growing communities.
Setting Up Your First IRC Channel on IRC4Fun
So You Want Your Own IRC Channel? Whether you're building a community, a project hub, or just a private hangout spot — setting up an IRC channel on IRC4Fun is…
IRC Etiquette Guide: How to Be a Good Community Member
Why Etiquette Matters on IRC IRC communities have developed a culture and set of norms over 35+ years. Following these unwritten (and sometimes written) rules…
Top 10 IRC Clients for Linux, Windows, and Mac
Choosing the Right IRC Client Your IRC client is your window into the network. The right one makes all the difference. Here are the best options in 2026, acros…
IRC vs Discord: Which is Better?
The Old Guard vs The New Kid Discord launched in 2015 and quickly became the dominant platform for online communities, gaming groups, and developer teams. But…
How to Connect to IRC in 2026
What is IRC? IRC (Internet Relay Chat) is one of the oldest and most reliable real-time chat protocols on the internet, dating back to 1988. Despite the rise o…
Password Reset Request emails sent out today
Receive a Password Reset request Email? Don't Panic - it was us. Today, when we launched the new IRC4Fun website, we did issue Password Reset requests for all…
IRC4Fun Network Infrastructure Update
We are excited to announce a major upgrade to the IRC4Fun network infrastructure! Over the past few weeks, our team has been working hard behind the scenes to…
A Fresh New Look for irc4fun
A Fresh New Look for irc4fun We're excited to announce the launch of the brand-new irc4fun website! After months of development and design work, we've complete…
How to Connect to IRC4Fun
Learn how to connect to IRC4Fun with desktop, web, and mobile IRC clients using secure TLS settings.
Best IRC Clients for Windows
Compare the best IRC clients for Windows and choose the right one for IRC4Fun chat, channels, and community.
Best IRC Clients for Linux
Find the best IRC clients for Linux and learn recommended settings for secure connections to IRC4Fun.
Best IRC Clients for macOS
Explore IRC client options for macOS and connect to IRC4Fun with secure TLS and NickServ authentication.
IRC Web Chat Without Download
Use IRC4Fun web chat instantly in your browser with no download. Join channels and meet people online in seconds.
How to Register an IRC Nickname
Protect your IRC identity by registering your nickname with NickServ and enabling account security features.
IRC SASL Authentication Guide
Set up SASL authentication on IRC clients for secure login before joining channels on IRC4Fun.
How to Create an IRC Channel
Create and manage your own IRC channel, set channel modes, and configure ChanServ access controls.
IRC Channel Moderation Tips
Learn practical IRC moderation tips for reducing spam, handling abuse, and growing a healthy channel community.
IRC Bouncer (ZNC) Setup Guide
Use ZNC bouncer to stay connected to IRC4Fun 24/7, keep playback buffers, and use multiple clients.
TheLounge IRC Client Guide
Learn how to use TheLounge for persistent IRC chat, notifications, and multi-network workflows on IRC4Fun.
IRC Privacy and Security Basics
Understand IRC privacy basics including TLS, SASL, CertFP, and safe account practices for secure chat.
Meet People Online with IRC
Find active IRC chat rooms to meet people online, join communities, and make friends through shared interests.
IRC Commands for Beginners
Master essential IRC commands for joining channels, messaging users, changing nicknames, and managing settings.
IRC Etiquette Rules
Follow IRC etiquette best practices for respectful communication, better moderation outcomes, and healthier communities.