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UnrealIRCd

OPEN SRC

Modular, advanced and highly configurable IRC server written in C for Linux, BSD, Windows, and macOS

VG SCORE
8.5

Product Details

PricingOpen Source
Learning CurveSteep
Integrations9 available

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PROS & CONS

STRENGTHS

  • Powerful and granular security features
  • Extremely stable and reliable for large networks
  • Active development and strong community support

WEAKNESSES

  • Lacks a built-in graphical administration interface
  • Steep learning curve for configuration and management

KEY FEATURES

Advanced Security

Includes SSL/TLS, cloaking, anti-flood, and connection throttling.

Modular Architecture

Extensible via loadable modules for features and protocols.

Extensive Configuration

Highly customizable with a detailed configuration file.

IPv6 Support

Full support for both IPv4 and IPv6 networking.

WHO IS UnrealIRCd BEST FOR?

IRC network operators and administrators

Best for those needing a robust, scalable, and highly customizable IRC server to run private or public chat networks with advanced features.

INTEGRATIONS

Libera ChatAnopeAthemeZNCInspIRCdLDAPSSL/TLS certificatesSASLIRCv3

TECHNICAL DETAILS

LEARNING CURVE
STEEP — SIGNIFICANT ONBOARDING

FIELD REPORTS (0)

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DOSSIER

LAST VERIFIED MAR 23, 2026

PRICING MODEL

BEST FOR

IRC network operators and administrators

FINAL ASSESSMENT

APPROVED — WORTH YOUR MONEY