Step-by-step tutorials and documentation for SkyChatz Network
Quick Start Guide
Choose an IRC Client
Download an IRC client like mIRC (Windows), HexChat (Windows/Linux), or use our WebIRC client.
Connect to SkyChatz
Server: irc.skychatz.org | Port: 6667 (or 6697 for SSL)
Choose a Nickname
Use: /nick YourNickname to set your nickname.
Join a Channel
Use: /join #SkyChatz to join the main channel.
Register Your Nickname
/msg NickServ REGISTER password youremail@example.com
Detailed Guides
Registration Guide
Learn how to register your nickname, identify, and manage your account with NickServ.
Channel Management
Create and manage your own channels, set modes, and manage operators with ChanServ.
SSL & Security
Connect securely with SSL/TLS encryption and protect your IRC sessions.
Bot Setup Guide
Register and manage IRC bots with BotServ, including bot permissions and features.
IRC Commands
Complete list of IRC commands, including server commands and service commands.
Mobile IRC
Connect from your phone using mobile IRC clients like IRCCloud, AndroIRC, and more.
Registration Guide
Registering Your Nickname
/msg NickServ REGISTER yourpassword youremail@example.com
Replace yourpassword with a strong password and youremail@example.com with your email address.
Verifying Your Email
After registration, you'll receive a verification email. Click the link in the email to verify your account.
Identifying to Your Account
/msg NickServ IDENTIFY yourpassword
Use this command each time you connect to identify to your nickname.
Auto-Identify
Most IRC clients support auto-identify. Configure your client to send the IDENTIFY command automatically on connect.
Managing Your Account
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Change Password:
/msg NickServ SET PASSWORD newpassword -
Change Email:
/msg NickServ SET EMAIL newemail@example.com -
Hide Email:
/msg NickServ SET HIDE EMAIL ON -
Ghost (kill stale session):
/msg NickServ GHOST nickname
Channel Management Guide
Creating a Channel
/join #yourchannel
Simply join a channel that doesn't exist yet to create it.
Registering a Channel
/msg ChanServ REGISTER #yourchannel description
Replace #yourchannel with your channel name and description with a brief description.
Managing Channel Operators
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Give Operator Status:
/msg ChanServ OP #channel nickname -
Remove Operator Status:
/msg ChanServ DEOP #channel nickname -
Set Founder:
/msg ChanServ SET #channel founder nickname -
List Channel Access:
/msg ChanServ ACCESS #channel LIST
Channel Modes
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+t- Only operators can change the topic -
+n- No external messages (users must be in the channel to send messages) -
+m- Moderated (only operators and voiced users can speak) -
+s- Secret (channel doesn't appear in /list) -
+k key- Key required to join -
+i- Invite only
SSL & Security Guide
Why Use SSL?
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encrypts your connection to the IRC server, protecting your data from eavesdropping and man-in-the-middle attacks.
Connecting with SSL
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Server:
irc.skychatz.org -
Port:
6697(SSL) or7000(SSL alternative) - Enable SSL/TLS in your client settings
Client-Specific SSL Setup
mIRC
Tools → Options → Connect → SSL → Enable SSL
HexChat
Network List → Edit → Use SSL for all servers on this network
WeeChat
/set irc.server.skychatz.ssl on
Textual
Preferences → Servers → Use SSL
Security Best Practices
- Use strong passwords - At least 12 characters with mixed case, numbers, and symbols
- Enable SSL - Always use SSL when possible
- Don't share passwords - Never share your NickServ password with anyone
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Enable kill protection -
/msg NickServ SET KILL ON
Bot Setup Guide
Registering a Bot
/msg BotServ REGISTER botnick password description
Replace botnick with your bot's nickname, password with a secure password, and description with a brief description.
Bot Commands
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Set Bot Owner:
/msg BotServ SET botnick OWNER nickname -
Add Bot to Channel:
/msg BotServ SET botnick CHANNEL #channel -
Set Bot Flags:
/msg BotServ SET botnick FLAGS +g
Bot Flags
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+g- Global bot (visible to all users) -
+p- Private bot (only visible to staff) -
+o- Auto-op (bot automatically gets operator status in channels) -
+v- Auto-voice (bot automatically gets voice status in channels)
Bot Rules
- Bots must be registered with BotServ
- Bots must not be used for malicious purposes
- Bots must not spam or flood channels
- Bot operators are responsible for their bot's behavior
IRC Commands Guide
Basic IRC Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
/nick nickname | Change your nickname |
/join #channel | Join a channel |
/part #channel | Leave a channel |
/msg user message | Send a private message |
/query user | Open a private chat window |
/quit message | Disconnect from IRC |
/whois nickname | Get information about a user |
/mode #channel +o nickname | Give operator status (ops only) |
/kick #channel nickname | Kick a user from channel (ops only) |
/topic #channel new topic | Set channel topic (ops only) |
/list | List all channels |
/ignore nickname | Ignore a user |
NickServ Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
/msg NickServ REGISTER password email | Register your nickname |
/msg NickServ IDENTIFY password | Identify to your account |
/msg NickServ SET EMAIL newemail | Change your email |
/msg NickServ SET PASSWORD newpass | Change your password |
/msg NickServ GHOST nickname | Kill a stale session of your nick |
/msg NickServ RECOVER nickname | Recover your nickname |
/msg NickServ SENDPASS nickname | Request password reset |
ChanServ Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
/msg ChanServ REGISTER #channel description | Register a channel |
/msg ChanServ SET #channel founder nickname | Set channel founder |
/msg ChanServ OP #channel nickname | Give operator status |
/msg ChanServ DEOP #channel nickname | Remove operator status |
/msg ChanServ ACCESS #channel LIST | List channel access |
/msg ChanServ TOPIC #channel new topic | Set channel topic |
Mobile IRC Guide
Recommended Mobile IRC Clients
IRCCloud
Available on iOS and Android. Cloud-based IRC client with persistent connections.
AndroIRC
Android only. Feature-rich IRC client with SSL support and multiple networks.
LimeChat
iOS only. Clean interface with push notifications and theme support.
WebIRC (Browser)
Access SkyChatz from any browser at skychatz.org/v2
Mobile Connection Settings
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Server:
irc.skychatz.org -
Port:
6697(SSL) or6667(plain) - Enable SSL: Always enable SSL on mobile connections
- Auto-Identify: Configure your client to auto-identify with NickServ
Mobile Tips
- Data Usage: IRC uses very little data. A full day of chatting uses approximately 1-2 MB.
- Battery: Push notifications may use more battery. Adjust notification settings as needed.
- Background Connection: Some clients support background connections for push notifications.