Built for the Modern Era
All the nostalgia of classic IRC with the features you expect in 2025.
Built-in Bouncer
Stay connected 24/7. Your session persists even when you disconnect, so you never miss a message.
Message History
Automatic playback when you reconnect. Scroll back through conversations like it's 2024.
Secure by Default
SSL/TLS encryption, SASL authentication, and account registration built right in.
Multi-Device Sync
Connect from your desktop, phone, and tablet. Your history syncs across all devices.
Blazing Fast
Written in Go for exceptional performance. Handle thousands of connections with ease.
IRCv3 Compliant
Modern protocol extensions, message tags, and enhanced client support.
Join the Network
Multiple ways to connect — pick your favorite.
IRC Client
Use your favorite IRC client with these connection details:
New to IRC?
You'll be chatting in under a minute. Here's how.
Connect
Use our web client or connect with your preferred IRC client to irc.kewlchats.net:6697
Register
Secure your nickname by registering an account:
/msg NickServ REGISTER <password> <email>
Join Channels
Find conversations that interest you:
/join #room1
Recommended Clients
💻 Desktop
- HexChat
- WeeChat
- Textual (Mac)
- IRCCloud
📱 Mobile
- IRCCloud
- Palaver (iOS)
- Revolution IRC
- LimeChat
🌐 Web
- KewlChats Web
- KiwiIRC
- The Lounge
- IRCCloud Web
Enable the built-in bouncer to stay connected 24/7 and sync messages across all your devices:
/msg NickServ SET always-on true