Types of *-Lines (Bans)
If you cannot connect to IRC4Fun, you may have been affected by one of the following types of bans:
A-Lines (Requires SASL)
A-Lines are bans that can be bypassed with SASL Authentication.
K-Lines (Local Bans)
K-Lines are bans set by a Server Administrator or IRC Operator that only affect a single server. If you are K-Lined from one server, you may still be able to connect to another IRC4Fun server.
G-Lines (Global Bans)
G-Lines are network-wide bans. There are two sub-types:
- G-Line (Standard) — A network-wide ban set by IRC4Fun staff. These are typically set for abuse, flooding, or policy violations.
- G-Line (Automated) — An automated G-Line set by IRC4Fun's Abuse Prevention systems.
GA-Lines (Requires SASL, Globally)
GA-Lines are similar to A-Lines but are applied network-wide rather than per-server.
Z-Lines (IP Bans)
Z-Lines ban an IP address or range from the entire network. There are two sub-types:
- Z-Line (Standard) — A network-wide IP ban set by IRC4Fun staff.
- Z-Line (DNSBL Match) — Applied to users who have IPs matching in either DroneBL or EFnetrbl.
TOR Users
TOR connections require SSL (port +6697) and SASL authentication.
Appealing a Ban
If you believe you have been banned in error, you can:
- Open a Support Ticket
- Email
support @ IRC4Fun.net
Please include your nickname, IP address (if known), and the ban message you received.