How to connect

🌐 Connecting to HybridIRC

To connect to HybridIRC, you need an IRC client. Below are popular options:

• mIRC (Windows)
• HexChat (Windows, Linux, macOS)
• KiwiIRC (browser-based webchat)

🛠️ Step-by-Step Connection Guide

1. Open your IRC client and look for an option to add or connect to a server.
2. Select "Add a Custom Server" or "New Connection" (wording may vary by client).
3. Enter the server details:
   • Hostname: irc.hybridirc.com
   • Port: 6697 (for secure/SSL) or 6667 (standard)
   • If your client has an option for "Secure Connection" or "SSL," enable it.
4. Choose a nickname of your preference.
5. (Optional) If you have a registered nickname, enter your NickServ password in the appropriate field.
6. If you haven’t registered, you can do so after connecting by using:

   /msg NickServ REGISTER password email

7. Click "Connect" or "OK" in your client.
8. Once connected, join a channel by typing:

   /join #help

9. (Optional) To see available channels, use:

   /list

🌍 Webchat (Quick & Easy)

If you don’t want to set up an IRC client, use our webchat:

[https://webchat.hybridirc.com/]

📖 More Help

For additional setup details, visit:

• [HybridIRC Connection Guide]
• How to Connect