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<h1 style="font-size: 3em; font-family: 'Orbitron', sans-serif; letter-spacing: 2px; text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3);">Welcome to HybridIRC</h1>
<p style="font-size: 1.2em; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif; color: #f7f7f7;">Your next-generation IRC network for seamless, secure, and real-time communication. Experience the future of chat today!</p>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">📜 About HybridIRC</h2>
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'''Established in 2018''', HybridIRC emerged from the former WebChat IRC network, shortly after the passing of its founder, Mark Owen. Former WebChat staff members Berat and Gokturk launched HybridIRC to preserve open communication and provide a modern, stable, and community-driven alternative.
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Built on [https://www.inspircd.org/ InspIRCd] and [https://atheme.github.io Atheme], HybridIRC supports '''IPv4/IPv6''', '''TLS encryption''', and '''Tor'''. Entirely volunteer-run and non-profit, it delivers seamless nickname/channel registration, web-based access, and cross-network linking via '''[[Linking|PyLink]]'''. HybridIRC is an always-active network with global communities and round-the-clock conversations.
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HybridIRC combines simplicity with cutting-edge technology to offer a world-class IRC experience. Here's what makes us stand out:
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<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.1em; line-height: 1.6; margin-top: 10px;">
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">✅ <strong>Reliable Network Uptime</strong>: 99.997% uptime ensures consistent, stable service.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">✅ <strong>Friendly & Active Support</strong>: Volunteers are ready to help around the clock.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">✅ <strong>Innovative Features</strong>: From casual users to power IRC admins, we have you covered.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">✅ <strong>Free & Secure</strong>: No fees, no ads — just fully encrypted, privacy-respecting communication.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">✅ <strong>Customizable Channels</strong>: Tailor your chat spaces with advanced configuration tools.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">✅ <strong>Powerful Services</strong>: Tools like <b style="color: #1e90ff;">[[NickServ|NickServ]]</b> and <b style="color: #1e90ff;">[[ChanServ|ChanServ]]</b> enhance control and usability.</li>
<li>✅ <strong>Global Reach</strong>: Connect with communities across the world in real time.</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left; font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 15px;">🔗 [https://hybridirc.com/about/ Learn more →]</p>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">🔍 Network Information</h2>
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<p style="font-size: 1.15em; color: #34495e; margin-bottom: 15px;">Explore more about our network and get the necessary support:</p>
<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.1em; color: #34495e; line-height: 1.6;">
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">👥 [[:Network_Staff|Network Staff]]</strong>: Meet the team behind HybridIRC’s seamless service.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🌟 [[:About-us|About Us]]</strong>: Learn more about our mission and values.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">💬 [[:Help_Channel|#Help Channel]]</strong>: Join our support channel for real-time assistance.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">📝 Guides</h2>
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<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.1em;">
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔑 [[:Nick_Registration|Nick Registration]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔒 [[:Channel_Registration|Channel Registration]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">⚙️ [[:Channel_Modes|Channel Modes]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🚫 [[:Extended_Bans|Extended Bans]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">👤 [[:User_Modes|User Modes]]</li>
</ul>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">🛠️ Services</h2>
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<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.1em;">
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔑 [[:NickServ|NickServ]] – Service for registering and maintaining nicknames/accounts.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🏠 [[:ChanServ|ChanServ]] – Service for managing channel settings and registrations.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🤖 [[:BotServ|BotServ]] – Service for managing bots within channels.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🌐 [[:HostServ|HostServ]] – Service for managing vHosts (virtual hosts).</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">📁 [[:GroupServ|GroupServ]] – Service for grouping nicknames to a single account.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">📬 [[:MemoServ|MemoServ]] – Service for sending and receiving memos (messages) between registered users.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🎮 [[:GameServ|GameServ]] – Service for managing games and game-related features on IRC.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">❓ FAQ</h2>
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<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">📤 [[:Requesting_a_vhost|Requesting a VHost]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔐 [[:Stay_Safe_Online|Stay Safe Online]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🖼️ [[:Upload_your_KiwiIRC_avatar|Upload your KiwiIRC avatar]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔗 [[:Embedding|Embedding KiwiIRC]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">💬 [[:Creating_your_own_chat|Creating your own chat]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔑 [[:Channel_Successors|Channel Successors]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🚫 [[:Why_am_I_banned|Why am I banned]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔑 [[:Reset_Nick_Password|Reset nickname password]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 [[:Additional_Channel_Founders|Adding Additional Founders or Hiding Founder List]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔄 [[:Change_account|Change account name]]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🆔 [[:Group_nicknames|Group other nicknames]]</li>
</ul>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">🌐 HybridIRC</h2>
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<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🏠 [https://hybridirc.com/ Explore HybridIRC]</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔗 [[:Linking|Linking to HybridIRC]]</li>
</ul>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">🛠️ Services</h2>
<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">NickServ</h2>
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<b>NickServ</b> allows users to register and manage their nicknames, ensuring identity security.
<h4>Key Features:</h4>
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<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">[[Nick Registration|Registration]]: Secure your nickname by registering it.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">[[NickServ|Settings]]: Customize your nickname preferences.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">[[Forgot password|Recovery]]: Retrieve access to your nickname if lost.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">ChanServ</h2>
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<b>ChanServ</b> helps users manage their channels with ease.
<h4>Key Features:</h4>
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<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">[[Channel Registration|Registration]]: Reserve your channel name.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">[[ChanServ|Access Control]]: Define user roles and permissions.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">[[Channel Modes|Modes]]: Set rules for your channel (e.g., invite-only, moderated).</li>
</ul>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">🌐 Connecting to HybridIRC</h2>
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Download an IRC client, such as [https://www.mirc.com/ mIRC], [https://hexchat.github.io/ HexChat], or use [https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/ KiwiIRC], a user-friendly online IRC client that works directly in your browser.
[https://www.hybridirc.com/help/connect/ Connect to the HybridIRC server:]

{| class="wikitable" style="border: 1px solid #ccc; border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.95em;"
|-
! style="padding: 10px; background-color: #4facfe; color: white;" | Server Address
! style="padding: 10px; background-color: #4facfe; color: white;" | Ports
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| style="padding: 10px; text-align: center; background-color: #f7f9fb;" | irc.hybridirc.com
| style="padding: 10px; text-align: center; background-color: #f7f9fb;" | 6667 (standard), 6697 (SSL)
|}
</ul>
<p>For more details, visit:</p>
<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;">
<li>[https://www.hybridirc.com/help/connect/ HybridIRC Connection Guide]</li>
<li>[[:How_to_connect|How to Connect]]</li>
</ul>
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<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #2c3e50;">📜 Network Policies</h2>
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<p style="font-size: 1.1em; color: #2c3e50; margin-bottom: 10px;">
We strive to create a respectful and inclusive environment for all our users. To help maintain this, please adhere to the following:
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<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.1em; color: #34495e;">
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">📜 <b>Terms of Use</b>: Please review our
'''[https://www.hybridirc.com/tos/ Terms of Use]''' for important information about using our services.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🔒 <b>Privacy Policy</b>: Learn how we handle your data by visiting our
'''[https://www.hybridirc.com/privacy/ Privacy Policy]'''.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">🚦 <b>Acceptable Use Policy</b>: Understand what is and isn’t allowed by reading the
'''[https://www.hybridirc.com/aup/ Acceptable Use Policy]'''.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">📄 <b>Network Policies</b>: Read the
'''[https://www.hybridirc.com/network/rules/ Network Policies]''' page.</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">📰 <b>Message of the Day (MOTD)</b>: Stay updated with announcements by reviewing the
'''[https://hybridirc.com/motd/ Message of the Day]'''.</li>
</ul>
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<p style="margin: 0; font-size: 1.2em; font-family: 'Roboto', sans-serif;">Thank you for choosing HybridIRC for your chat needs!</p>
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Stay Safe Online

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= Protecting Yourself =

While every effort is made to maintain a safe online experience, it's important to take measures to protect yourself and your personal information. Follow these steps to stay safe online:

== Set User Modes (umodes) ==

Use umodes to control who can contact you and prevent unwanted interactions.

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<li><code>/mode your_nickname +R</code> - Prevent unregistered nicknames from private messaging you.</li>
<li><code>/mode your_nickname +D</code> - Block all private messages.</li>
<li><code>/mode your_nickname +c</code> - Block messages and notices from users outside your shared channels.</li>
<li><code>/mode your_nickname +V</code> - Block all invites from other users.</li>
<li><code>/mode your_nickname +T</code> - Prevent users from sending all types of CTCPs (like version checks) to your client.</li>
<li><code>/mode your_nickname +z</code> - Prevent messages from being sent to or received from a user that isn’t connected using TLS (SSL).</li>
</ul>
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'''Example:'''
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/mode Dimitris +Rc
</pre>

This will block private messages from unregistered users and prevent messages from users outside your shared channels.

== Ignore Users ==

You can ignore users to avoid unwanted communication.

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<li><code>/ignore nickname</code> - Ignore all messages and notices from the specified user.</li>
<li><code>/silence nickname</code> - Silence all messages and notifications from the specified user.</li>
</ul>
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'''Examples:'''
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/silence shayne
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This will ignore all messages and notifications from the user "shayne."

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/silence *!*@* N
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This will prevent notice messages from all users.

== Use an IRC Client ==

Consider using an IRC client for more control and additional features, such as saving ignores, user modes, nickname passwords, and more.

== Tips for Protecting Yourself on IRC ==

Here are some important tips to protect yourself on IRC:

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<li><strong>Register Your Nickname:</strong> Always register your nickname with a strong password to prevent others from impersonating you on the network.</li>
<li><strong>Use Secure Passwords:</strong> Choose a password that’s unique and difficult to guess. Include a mix of upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.</li>
<li><strong>Enable SSL Encryption:</strong> Connect to the IRC server using SSL to ensure your communication is encrypted.</li>
<li><strong>Mask Your IP Address:</strong> Use an IRC bouncer (BNC) or connect via Tor to hide your real IP address.</li>
<li><strong>Utilize Cloaking or Hostmasking:</strong> Many IRC networks allow you to mask your real hostname or IP address.</li>
<li><strong>Manage Your User Modes:</strong> Set user modes like <code>+i</code> (invisible) to limit visibility of your presence.</li>
<li><strong>Keep Your IRC Client Updated:</strong> Ensure your IRC client is up-to-date with the latest security patches.</li>
<li><strong>Report Abuse or Harassment:</strong> If you experience abuse or harassment, report it to channel staff immediately.</li>
<li><strong>Beware of Suspicious Links:</strong> Avoid clicking on links from unknown or untrusted sources, as they might lead to phishing sites or malware.</li>
<li><strong>Avoid Untrusted Downloads:</strong> Verify the source before downloading files from users or channels.</li>
<li><strong>Do Not Share Personal Information:</strong> Avoid sharing your real name, email, phone number, home address, or other private details on IRC. Malicious users may exploit this information for phishing, doxing, or social engineering attacks.</li>
</ul>
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⚠ Disclaimer: The network staff do not take responsibility for the information that passes through the network. Users should exercise caution and take necessary precautions to protect themselves.
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Extended Bans

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== 👤 Extended Bans ==
Extended bans (<code>extbans</code>) are divided into two types:

* '''Matching extbans''': These match on users in additional ways beyond the standard nick!user@host mask.
* '''Acting extbans''': These restrict users in various ways beyond standard bans.

Some list modes, like channel mode <code>b</code> (ban), typically use a <code><nick>!<user>@<host></code> mask. These modes can be extended to support alternate forms of matching and actions.

To use an extban, set <code>+b <ban></code> or <code>+e <ban></code> with the extban mask instead of the usual <code>nick!user@host</code> mask to ban or exempt users. Ban exceptions on acting extbans prevent users from matching the extban or corresponding channel mode.

Matching extbans can also be used for invite exceptions by setting <code>+I <extban></code>.

=== 🔧 Usage ===

<code>MODE <channel> +|-<modes> [<params>]</code>

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=== Examples ===

* <code>+b <ban></code> or <code>+e <ban></code>

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=== Acting Extended Bans ===

Acting extended bans restrict actions users can perform. These can include preventing a user from speaking in a channel (requires the <code>muteban</code> module) or from changing their nickname (requires the <code>nonicks</code> module). Acting extbans can also be combined with matching extbans.
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{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Name
! Character
! Ban Syntax
! Description
|-
| blockinvite
| A
| A:<mask>
| Bans <mask> from using the `/INVITE` command.
|-
| blockcaps
| B
| B:<mask>
| Bans <mask> from sending messages with excessive capitalization.
|-
| noctcp
| C
| C:<mask>
| Bans <mask> from sending CTCP messages.
|-
| blockcolor
| c
| c:<mask>
| Bans <mask> from sending messages with IRC formatting codes.
|-
| mute
| m
| m:<mask>
| Bans <mask> from speaking in the channel.
|-
| nonick
| N
| N:<mask>
| Bans <mask> from changing their nickname in the channel.
|-
| partmsg
| p
| p:<mask>
| Bans <mask> from sending a `/PART` message.
|-
| nokick
| Q
| Q:<mask>
| Bans users from using the `/KICK` command if matching <mask>.
|-
| stripcolor
| S
| S:<mask>
| Strips IRC formatting codes from messages sent by <mask>.
|-
| nonotice
| T
| T:<mask>
| Bans <mask> from sending `/NOTICE` messages.
|}

A ban given to an '''Acting extban''' can either use a nick!user@host mask (unless otherwise specified), matched like a normal ban, or a '''Matching extban'''.

Additionally, a '''redirect ban''' is a special type of acting extban:

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Name
! Description
|-
| Redirect
| `n!u@h#channel` will redirect the banned user to `#channel` when they try to join (requires the `banredirect` module).
|}

== Matching Extended Bans ==

Matching extbans allow matching against extended user attributes, such as connection class (requires the `classban` module) or TLS (SSL) fingerprint (requires the `sslmodes` module).

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Name
! Character
! Ban Syntax
! Description
|-
| realmask
| a
| a:<pattern>
| Matches nick!user@host+real mask against <pattern>.
|-
| country
| G
| G:<pattern>
| Matches the country code of the user's connection.
|-
| channel
| j
| j:<pattern>
| Checks if users are in a channel matching <pattern>.
|-
| class
| n
| n:<pattern>
| Checks if users are in a connect class matching <pattern>.
|-
| oper
| O
| O:<pattern>
| Checks if users are logged into an operator account matching <pattern>.
|-
| realname
| r
| r:<pattern>
| Checks if users have a real name matching <pattern>.
|-
| account
| R
| R:<pattern>
| Checks if users are logged into a services account matching <pattern>.
|-
| server
| s
| s:<pattern>
| Checks if users are on a server matching <pattern>.
|-
| unauthed
| U
| U:<pattern>
| Matches users not logged into a services account.
|-
| gateway
| w
| w:<pattern>
| Matches the name of the gateway WebIRC users are connecting from.
|-
| sslfp
| z
| z:<pattern>
| Checks if users have a TLS (SSL) client certificate with a fingerprint matching <pattern>.
|}

== References ==

* [InspIRCd Documentation, Extended Bans](https://docs.inspircd.org/3/extended-bans/)

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<h3 style="color: #2980b9;">Need Help?</h3>
<p>If you have questions or need assistance:</p>
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<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Join the help channel: '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]'''</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Visit [https://www.hybridirc.com/help/extended-bans/ Extended Bans].</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">or contact us via e-mail at: support@hybridirc.com</li>
</ul>
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Why am I banned

2025-06-03T22:00:15Z

Nero:

== Channel Bans ==

Network staff do '''not''' intervene in channel disputes or bans. If you believe a ban is unjustified, you '''must''' contact the '''channel operator''' who set the ban or the '''channel founder'''. For bans specific to a channel, please reach out to the channel founder or a member of that channel’s staff for assistance.

If you're still in the channel, you can also view the channel's ban list by typing:

<code>/mode <em>#channel</em> +b</code>

If you're unsure which ban applies to you, perform a /whois on yourself:

<code>/whois <em>YourNick</em></code>

* If you accidentally banned yourself and have sufficient access, you can unban yourself with:

<code>/msg ChanServ UNBAN <em>#channel</em></code>

* Alternatively, to invite yourself back into the channel, use:

<code>/msg ChanServ INVITE <em>#channel</em></code>

* To unban someone else, use this command:

<code>/msg ChanServ UNBAN <em>#channel banmask</em></code>

Who is the Channel Founder?

To view the channel's information, including the founder's nickname, use this command:

<code>/msg ChanServ INFO <em>#channel</em></code>

'''Example:'''
<pre>
-ChanServ- Information on #lobby:
-ChanServ- Founder : CyberKnight
-ChanServ- Successor : DataMancer
-ChanServ- Registered : Jan 12 22:18:29 2021 +0100 (3 years, 2 weeks, 6 days ago)
-ChanServ- Mode lock : +nt-lk
-ChanServ- Flags : Secure, KeepTopic
-ChanServ- Prefix : ! (Default)
</pre>

Messaging the Channel Operator or Founder

To send a private message to the channel operator or founder, use the following command:

<code>/query <em>nick</em> <em>Your message here</em></code>

If they are offline, you can send a memo with:

<code>/msg MemoServ SEND <em>nick</em> <em>Your message here</em></code>

If they decide to maintain your ban, kindly respect their decision. Channel staff enforce their own policies, and channel matters, including bans, are at the discretion of the channel founder.

== Network Bans ==

Network bans are issued when necessary to enforce the network’s policies and ensure a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for all users. These bans are applied at the discretion of network staff and may vary in scope and severity depending on the circumstances.

If you are banned, it typically means your activity or behavior was found to be in violation of the network's acceptable use policies. Our goal is to promote fairness and accountability while preserving the integrity of the community.

If you have questions about a ban or believe it was issued in error, please contact the network’s support team for further clarification.

=== Network Ban Durations ===

Ban durations are determined by the severity of the violation, with longer bans typically issued for more serious offenses. For minor infractions, bans may last only a few hours or days, while more severe violations may result in extended bans or even permanent removal from the network. The duration of a ban is carefully assessed based on the nature and impact of the violation.

=== DNSBL (Blacklists) ===

The network may block connections from IP addresses listed on DNS-based Blacklists (DNSBLs) to prevent spam and malicious activity. Common issues include:

* '''Tor Exit Nodes''': Tor usage is not permitted on this network.
* [https://dronebl.org/lookup '''DroneBL''']: Follow DroneBL's instructions for IP removal.
* [https://rbl.efnetrbl.org/remove.php '''EFnet RBL''']: Visit EFnet RBL for removal instructions.

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<h3 style="color: #2980b9;">Need Help?</h3>
<p>If you have questions or need assistance:</p>
<ul style="list-style: none; padding: 0; color: #2c3e50;">
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Join the help channel: '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]'''</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Visit [https://www.hybridirc.com/help/why-i-am-banned/ Why Am I Banned?].</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Contact us via e-mail at: support@hybridirc.com</li>
</ul>
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Why am I banned

2025-06-03T21:59:34Z

Nero:

== Channel Bans ==

Network staff do '''not''' intervene in channel disputes or bans. If you believe a ban is unjustified, you '''must''' contact the '''channel operator''' who set the ban or the '''channel founder'''. For bans specific to a channel, please reach out to the channel founder or a member of that channel’s staff for assistance.

If you're still in the channel, you can also view the channel's ban list by typing:

<code>/mode <em>#channel</em> +b</code>

If you're unsure which ban applies to you, perform a /whois on yourself:

<code>/whois <em>YourNick</em></code>

* If you accidentally banned yourself and have sufficient access, you can unban yourself with the following command:

<code>/msg ChanServ UNBAN <em>#channel</em></code>
or to invite yourself use:
<code>/msg ChanServ INVITE <em>#channel</em></code>

* To unban someone else, use this command:

<code>/msg ChanServ UNBAN <em>#channel banmask</em></code>

Who is the Channel Founder?

To view the channel's information, including the founder's nickname, use this command:

<code>/msg ChanServ INFO <em>#channel</em></code>

'''Example:'''
<pre>
-ChanServ- Information on #lobby:
-ChanServ- Founder : CyberKnight
-ChanServ- Successor : DataMancer
-ChanServ- Registered : Jan 12 22:18:29 2021 +0100 (3 years, 2 weeks, 6 days ago)
-ChanServ- Mode lock : +nt-lk
-ChanServ- Flags : Secure, KeepTopic
-ChanServ- Prefix : ! (Default)
</pre>

Messaging the Channel Operator or Founder

To send a private message to the channel operator or founder, use the following command:

<code>/query <em>nick</em> <em>Your message here</em></code>

If they are offline, you can send a memo with:

<code>/msg MemoServ SEND <em>nick</em> <em>Your message here</em></code>

If they decide to maintain your ban, kindly respect their decision. Channel staff enforce their own policies, and channel matters, including bans, are at the discretion of the channel founder.

== Network Bans ==

Network bans are issued when necessary to enforce the network’s policies and ensure a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for all users. These bans are applied at the discretion of network staff and may vary in scope and severity depending on the circumstances.

If you are banned, it typically means your activity or behavior was found to be in violation of the network's acceptable use policies. Our goal is to promote fairness and accountability while preserving the integrity of the community.

If you have questions about a ban or believe it was issued in error, please contact the network’s support team for further clarification.

=== Network Ban Durations ===

Ban durations are determined by the severity of the violation, with longer bans typically issued for more serious offenses. For minor infractions, bans may last only a few hours or days, while more severe violations may result in extended bans or even permanent removal from the network. The duration of a ban is carefully assessed based on the nature and impact of the violation.

=== DNSBL (Blacklists) ===

The network may block connections from IP addresses listed on DNS-based Blacklists (DNSBLs) to prevent spam and malicious activity. Common issues include:

* '''Tor Exit Nodes''': Tor usage is not permitted on this network.
* [https://dronebl.org/lookup '''DroneBL''']: Follow DroneBL's instructions for IP removal.
* [https://rbl.efnetrbl.org/remove.php '''EFnet RBL''']: Visit EFnet RBL for removal instructions.

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<h3 style="color: #2980b9;">Need Help?</h3>
<p>If you have questions or need assistance:</p>
<ul style="list-style: none; padding: 0; color: #2c3e50;">
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Join the help channel: '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]'''</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Visit [https://www.hybridirc.com/help/why-i-am-banned/ Why Am I Banned?].</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Contact us via e-mail at: support@hybridirc.com</li>
</ul>
</div>