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== Channel Bans ==
== Channel Bans ==


Network staff do not get involved in channel disputes or bans. If you have been banned and believe the 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.
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:
If you are still in the channel, you can view the channel's ban list by typing:


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


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


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


* If you accidentally banned yourself and have sufficient access, you can unban yourself with the following command:
### Unbanning Yourself or Others
 
* If you accidentally banned yourself and have sufficient privileges, you can unban yourself using:


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


* To unban someone else, use this command:
* To unban another user, use:


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


Who is the Channel Founder?
### Who is the Channel Founder?


To view the channel's information, including the founder's nickname, use this command:
To find information about the channel, including the founder’s nickname, run:


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


'''Example:'''
'''Example output:'''
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-ChanServ- Information on #TechTalk:
-ChanServ- Information on #TechTalk:
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Messaging the Channel Operator or Founder
### Messaging the Channel Operator or Founder


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


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


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


<code>/msg MemoServ SEND <em>nick</em> <em>Your message here</em></code>
<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.
If they uphold your ban, please respect their decision. Channel staff enforce their own policies, and channel matters, including bans, are at their discretion.
 
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== Network Bans ==
== 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.
Network bans are issued to enforce the network’s policies and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all users. These bans are applied by network staff and vary in scope and severity based on the violation.
 
If you are banned, it usually means your behavior violated the network’s acceptable use policies. The goal is to promote fairness and accountability while preserving the community’s integrity.
 
If you believe a network ban was issued in error or have questions, please contact the network’s support team for clarification.
 
### Network Ban Durations


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.
Ban lengths depend on the severity of the violation:


If you have questions about a ban or believe it was issued in error, please contact the network’s support team for further clarification.
* Minor infractions may result in short bans lasting hours or days.
* Serious violations can lead to extended bans or permanent removal.


=== Network Ban Durations ===
Each ban duration is carefully evaluated based on the nature and impact of the offense.


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)


=== DNSBL (Blacklists) ===
To prevent spam and malicious activity, the network may block connections from IP addresses listed on DNS-based Blacklists (DNSBLs), including:


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:''' Use of Tor is not allowed on this network.
* '''[DroneBL](https://dronebl.org/lookup):''' Follow their removal procedures if listed.
* '''[EFnet RBL](https://rbl.efnetrbl.org/remove.php):''' Visit for removal instructions.


* '''Tor Exit Nodes''': Tor usage is not permitted on this network.
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* [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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     <li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Join the help channel: '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]'''</li>
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     <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;">• Visit <a href="https://www.hybridirc.com/help/why-i-am-banned/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why Am I Banned?</a></li>
     <li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Contact us via e-mail at: support@hybridirc.com</li>
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Revision as of 21:55, 3 Haziran 2025

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 are still in the channel, you can view the channel's ban list by typing:

/mode #channel +b

If you are unsure which ban applies to you, perform a WHOIS on yourself:

/whois YourNick

      1. Unbanning Yourself or Others
  • If you accidentally banned yourself and have sufficient privileges, you can unban yourself using:
 /msg ChanServ UNBAN #channel
  • To unban another user, use:
 /msg ChanServ UNBAN #channel banmask
      1. Who is the Channel Founder?

To find information about the channel, including the founder’s nickname, run:

/msg ChanServ INFO #channel

Example output: 

-ChanServ- Information on #TechTalk:
-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)
-ChanServ- '''* End of Info '''*
      1. Messaging the Channel Operator or Founder

To send a private message to the channel operator or founder:

/query nick Your message here

If they are offline, you can leave them a memo:

/msg MemoServ SEND nick Your message here

If they uphold your ban, please respect their decision. Channel staff enforce their own policies, and channel matters, including bans, are at their discretion.

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Network Bans

Network bans are issued to enforce the network’s policies and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all users. These bans are applied by network staff and vary in scope and severity based on the violation.

If you are banned, it usually means your behavior violated the network’s acceptable use policies. The goal is to promote fairness and accountability while preserving the community’s integrity.

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

      1. Network Ban Durations

Ban lengths depend on the severity of the violation:

  • Minor infractions may result in short bans lasting hours or days.
  • Serious violations can lead to extended bans or permanent removal.

Each ban duration is carefully evaluated based on the nature and impact of the offense.

      1. DNSBL (Blacklists)

To prevent spam and malicious activity, the network may block connections from IP addresses listed on DNS-based Blacklists (DNSBLs), including:

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Need Help?

If you have questions or need assistance, try one of the following:

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