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== Nickname Registration ==


= Nickname Registration =
Welcome to the '''HybridIRC Nickname Registration''' guide! Registering your nickname is completely '''FREE''' and ensures that your chosen nickname remains exclusively yours on the network. This registration not only protects your identity but also unlocks additional features to enhance your experience.


Welcome to HybridIRC's nickname registration page! Registering a nickname is completely '''FREE'''.
'''Key Benefits'''
* '''Protect your identity''' by securing your nickname from unauthorized use.
* '''Send and receive offline messages''' (memos) with other registered users.
* '''Customize your profile''' by uploading an avatar via KiwiIRC to make your online presence stand out.
* Manage multiple nicknames under a single email address, eliminating the need for separate registrations.


By registering, you ensure that no one else on the server can use your chosen nickname. Registration helps safeguard your identity and unlocks additional features. However, if your nickname remains unused for one year, it will expire and become available for others to register. Any channel access or ownership associated with the nickname will be lost or transferred to the first designated '''successor''' (if one exists).
'''Important Notes'''
* If a registered nickname remains unused for one year, it will expire and become available for others to claim. Any associated channel access or ownership will either be lost or transferred to a designated '''successor''' (if applicable).


== Steps to Register a Nickname ==
By registering your nickname, you gain more control over your account and interactions on the network. Don't miss out on the benefits!


=== 1. Check Nickname Availability === 
'''Steps to Register a Nickname'''
Make sure your desired nickname is not already registered or in use: 
<pre>/msg NickServ info <nickname></pre>


=== 2. Register Your Nickname === 
'''Change to the Nickname You Want to Use'''
Use the following command to register: 
<pre>/msg NickServ register <password> <e-mail></pre>


=== 3. Verify Your Email Address === 
Before registering, ensure you are using the nickname you wish to register. To change your current nickname, use the following command:
Complete the process by following the instructions sent to your email from "HybridIRC Network Services."


> '''Note:''' Check your spam or junk folder if you don’t see the activation email in your inbox. Mark the email as "Not spam/junk" if necessary.
<pre>/nick &lt;desired_nickname&gt;</pre>


If verification is not completed within '''24 hours''', your nickname will be released and available for others to register.
'''Example:'''
<pre>/nick MyNickname</pre>


=== Incorrect Email Address === 
''Note:''' If the nickname is already registered, you will see:
If you entered the wrong email, you can cancel and start over by using the DROP command:
<pre>You have 60 seconds to identify to your nickname before it is changed.</pre>
<pre>/msg NickServ drop <nickname> <password></pre>


'''Example:'''
'''What to do:'''
<pre>/msg NickServ drop Dave I3C00ki3SWch0co1aTe</pre>
* If it's '''yours''', log in:
  <pre>/msg NickServ identify &lt;YourPassword&gt;</pre>
* If you '''forgot your password''', request a reset:
  <pre>/msg NickServ sendpass &lt;YourNickname&gt;</pre>
* If it '''belongs to someone else''', pick a different nickname.


== Temporary Nickname Registration ==
== Register Your Nickname ==


When you first register a nickname, it is temporarily reserved until your email address is verified. If you do not complete the email verification process within '''24 hours''', the nickname registration will expire, and the nickname will be available for others to register.
Once you are using the desired nickname, register it with the following command:
<pre>/msg NickServ register &lt;password&gt; &lt;e-mail&gt;</pre>


== What if I Don’t Have an Email Address? ==
'''Example:''' 
<pre>/msg NickServ register MyS3cureP@ssword myemail@example.com</pre>


You can still use your nickname without registering it, even if you don’t have or prefer not to provide a valid email address. However, without an email address, you won’t be able to complete the registration process or verify your nickname. If someone else registers the same nickname in the future, you will lose access to it and will need to select a new nickname.
'''Verify Your Email Address'''


== Invalid Email Address ==
Complete the registration by following the instructions sent to your email from ''HybridIRC Network Services''.


While attempting to register, you might encounter one of the following error messages from NickServ:
'''Important:'''
* Check your spam or junk folder if the activation email doesn’t appear in your inbox.
* Mark the email as "Not spam/junk" if necessary.
* If verification is not completed within '''24 hours''', your nickname will be released and become available for others to register.


<pre>"Sorry, we do not accept registrations with email addresses from that domain. Use another address."</pre> 
'''Incorrect Email Address'''
or 
<pre>"[email] is not a valid e-mail address."</pre> 


These errors indicate that the provided email address does not meet the network’s requirements. Below are common causes and solutions.
If you entered the wrong email address, you can cancel the registration and start over using the DROP command:
<pre>/msg NickServ drop &lt;nickname&gt; &lt;password&gt;</pre>


=== Why Does This Happen? ===
'''Example:'''
 
<pre>/msg NickServ drop Dave I3C00ki3SWch0co1aTe</pre>
Your email address may be rejected for these reasons:
# '''Restricted Domain''': The email domain you are using (e.g., disposable or temporary email services) is blocked for registrations.
# '''Invalid Format''': Email addresses must contain only:
  * Letters (a–z, A–Z)
  * Numbers (0–9)
  * Periods (.)
# '''Typing Errors''': Verify your email address has no mistakes, such as:
  * Missing characters (e.g., no "@" or domain name).
  * Extra spaces or prohibited special characters.


=== How to Fix This ===
== What if I Can’t Register a Nickname? ==


To resolve the issue, follow these steps:
If you're unable to register your nickname due to device limitations or other issues, you can email us at '''[mailto:support@hybridirc.com support@hybridirc.com]''' with the following details:
# '''Use a Valid Email Address'''
* Your desired nickname.
  Provide an email address from a recognized provider (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook).
* Ensure the email is sent from the address you want associated with the nickname.
# '''Avoid Restricted Domains'''
  Do not use disposable or temporary email addresses, as they are not permitted.
# '''Double-Check for Typos'''
  Review your email address for accuracy before submitting it.


=== Examples of Valid and Invalid Email Addresses ===
'''Important Notes'''
* The email address you provide:
  * Must not already be linked to another account.
  * Must not be a disposable or temporary email address.
    * Temporary email addresses can expire, making it impossible to recover your nickname's password if forgotten.


'''Valid:'''
Please allow up to '''24 hours''' for your registration request to be processed and confirmed. Once approved, our team will respond to your email request with further instructions to complete the registration process.
* john.doe@gmail.com
* jenny2024@yahoo.com
* mike_123@example.org


'''Invalid:'''
For further assistance, join our '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]''' channel on IRC.
* myemail@@example.com (extra @ symbol)
* user!name@temporarymail.xyz (restricted domain)
* email@ (missing domain)


=== Need Help? === 
'''Temporary Nickname Registration'''
If your email is valid and you still experience issues: 
* Join our '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]''' channel on IRC for real-time support. 
* Contact us via email at '''[mailto:support@hybridirc.com support@hybridirc.com]'''. 


We’re here to make your registration process seamless!
When you first register a nickname, it is temporarily reserved until your email address is verified. If you do not complete the email verification process within '''24 hours''', the nickname registration will expire, and the nickname will become available for others to register.
Ensure the email address includes an "@" symbol and a valid domain name (e.g., @gmail.com).


== Benefits of Nickname Registration ==
== Need Help? ==


* Protect your nickname from unauthorized use.
If your email is valid and you still experience issues:
* Save personalized settings for channels and other services.
* Join our '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]''' channel on IRC for real-time support.
* Send and receive offline messages or memos to/from registered users.
* Contact us via email at '''[mailto:support@hybridirc.com support@hybridirc.com]'''.
* [https://hybridirc.com/help/upload-your-avatar/ Upload an avatar via KiwiIRC to enhance your online identity.]


== Before Registering a Nickname ==
== Additional Nicknames ==


* Choose a unique nickname that isn’t already registered.
* If you want to group additional nicknames but have already reached the 5 nickname limit, you’ll need to ungroup the undesired nickname first. Use the following command to ungroup a nickname:
* Create a strong, memorable password with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols.
   <pre>/msg NickServ ungroup &lt;nickname&gt;</pre>
* Use a valid email address for verification.
* To find out which other nicknames you have linked to your account, use the following command:
   * Your email address is confidential and won’t be visible to other users.
  <pre>/msg NickServ info &lt;yournickname&gt;</pre>
   * Nicknames expire after '''365 days''' of inactivity.
   This will display information about your registered nicknames.


== Additional Notes ==
'''Additional Notes'''


* Nicknames are temporarily reserved after issuing the registration command. Finalization requires email verification.
* Nicknames are temporarily reserved after issuing the registration command. Finalization requires email verification.
* Allow up to '''15 minutes''' for the email to arrive. If it doesn’t, contact a server operator for assistance.
* Allow up to '''15 minutes''' for the email to arrive. If it doesn’t, contact a network operator for assistance.
 
<h3 style="font-size: 1.3em; color: #e74c3c;">💡 Help & Resources</h3>
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  <h3 style="color: #2980b9;">Need Help?</h3> 
    <p style="color: #2c3e50;">Need more resources? Check out these links:</p>
  <p>If you have questions or need assistance:</p>
    <ul>
  <ul style="list-style: none; padding: 0; color: #2c3e50;">
      <li>[https://hybridirc.com/help/registration/nick-reg/ https://hybridirc.com/help/registration/nick-reg/]</li>
    <li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Join our help channel: '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]'''</li> 
     </ul>
    <li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Visit the '''[https://hybridirc.com/help/registration/nick-reg/ Nickname Registration]''' page.</li>
     <li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Or email us at: '''[mailto:support@hybridirc.com support@hybridirc.com]'''</li> 
  </ul>
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Latest revision as of 13:35, 28 February 2025

Nickname Registration

Welcome to the HybridIRC Nickname Registration guide! Registering your nickname is completely FREE and ensures that your chosen nickname remains exclusively yours on the network. This registration not only protects your identity but also unlocks additional features to enhance your experience.

Key Benefits

  • Protect your identity by securing your nickname from unauthorized use.
  • Send and receive offline messages (memos) with other registered users.
  • Customize your profile by uploading an avatar via KiwiIRC to make your online presence stand out.
  • Manage multiple nicknames under a single email address, eliminating the need for separate registrations.

Important Notes

  • If a registered nickname remains unused for one year, it will expire and become available for others to claim. Any associated channel access or ownership will either be lost or transferred to a designated successor (if applicable).

By registering your nickname, you gain more control over your account and interactions on the network. Don't miss out on the benefits!

Steps to Register a Nickname

Change to the Nickname You Want to Use

Before registering, ensure you are using the nickname you wish to register. To change your current nickname, use the following command: 

/nick <desired_nickname>

Example: 

/nick MyNickname

Note:' If the nickname is already registered, you will see: 

You have 60 seconds to identify to your nickname before it is changed.

What to do:

  • If it's yours, log in:
/msg NickServ identify <YourPassword>
  • If you forgot your password, request a reset:
/msg NickServ sendpass <YourNickname>
  • If it belongs to someone else, pick a different nickname.

Register Your Nickname

Once you are using the desired nickname, register it with the following command: 

/msg NickServ register <password> <e-mail>

Example: 

/msg NickServ register MyS3cureP@ssword myemail@example.com

Verify Your Email Address

Complete the registration by following the instructions sent to your email from HybridIRC Network Services.

Important:

  • Check your spam or junk folder if the activation email doesn’t appear in your inbox.
  • Mark the email as "Not spam/junk" if necessary.
  • If verification is not completed within 24 hours, your nickname will be released and become available for others to register.

Incorrect Email Address

If you entered the wrong email address, you can cancel the registration and start over using the DROP command: 

/msg NickServ drop <nickname> <password>

Example: 

/msg NickServ drop Dave I3C00ki3SWch0co1aTe

What if I Can’t Register a Nickname?

If you're unable to register your nickname due to device limitations or other issues, you can email us at support@hybridirc.com with the following details:

  • Your desired nickname.
  • Ensure the email is sent from the address you want associated with the nickname.

Important Notes

  • The email address you provide:
 * Must not already be linked to another account.
 * Must not be a disposable or temporary email address.
   * Temporary email addresses can expire, making it impossible to recover your nickname's password if forgotten.

Please allow up to 24 hours for your registration request to be processed and confirmed. Once approved, our team will respond to your email request with further instructions to complete the registration process.

For further assistance, join our #Help channel on IRC.

Temporary Nickname Registration

When you first register a nickname, it is temporarily reserved until your email address is verified. If you do not complete the email verification process within 24 hours, the nickname registration will expire, and the nickname will become available for others to register. Ensure the email address includes an "@" symbol and a valid domain name (e.g., @gmail.com).

Need Help?

If your email is valid and you still experience issues:

Additional Nicknames

  • If you want to group additional nicknames but have already reached the 5 nickname limit, you’ll need to ungroup the undesired nickname first. Use the following command to ungroup a nickname:
/msg NickServ ungroup <nickname>
  • To find out which other nicknames you have linked to your account, use the following command:
/msg NickServ info <yournickname>
 This will display information about your registered nicknames.

Additional Notes

  • Nicknames are temporarily reserved after issuing the registration command. Finalization requires email verification.
  • Allow up to 15 minutes for the email to arrive. If it doesn’t, contact a network operator for assistance.

💡 Help & Resources

Need more resources? Check out these links:

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