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ZNC is an open-source IRC bouncer that runs on a server and remains connected to IRC networks while users disconnect or reconnect their clients. It supports multiple IRC networks per user and provides configuration through a web interface or IRC commands.

Inferred · not functionally tested

Open SourceApache-2.0WebSelf-hostedCLI
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Visit znc.in
2.1kstars
405forks
6features
2004since

Overview

6 features

Purpose: Keeping IRC sessions and chat history available when an IRC client disconnects.

Inferred · not functionally tested

Audience: IRC users and server administrators

Inferred · not functionally tested

Functions: collaboration

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Interfaces: API: unknown · MCP: unknown · CLI: indicated (inferred, not tested) · Self-hosting: indicated (inferred, not tested)

Recorded constraints: pricing: open_source · license: Apache-2.0 · platforms: WEB · deployment: browser, self_hosted, cli

Constraint provenance is unknown; confirm requirements with the publisher.

Record sources: wiki.znc.in · github.com. These links do not verify the individual claims.

ZNC is an Other communication project. Inferred · not functionally tested: It focuses on keeping IRC sessions and chat history available when an IRC client disconnects. Inferred · not functionally tested: ZNC is an open-source project aimed at IRC users and server administrators. Basis unknown · not verified: The project is open source (Apache-2.0). Basis unknown · not verified: ZNC is available on the web and the command line, and it can be self-hosted.

ZNC Developers builds and maintains ZNC, and it first shipped in 2004. The project is developed in the open on GitHub with 2.1k stars and 61 commits in the last 90 days. Inferred · not functionally tested: Among its 6 catalogued features are IRC session persistence, multi-network support, and web interface.

Summary written by a language model from the project’s public pages.

Tasks: Inferred · not functionally tested

  • IRC session persistence
  • Multi-network support
  • Web interface
  • IRC configuration
  • Multiple users
  • Server deployment

Topics: Inferred · not functionally tested

Tags
irc-bouncerchat-session-persistencemulti-network-ircweb-interface

JSON profile · Text profile · Access guide

Built with & integrations

Runs on
BrowserSelf-hostedCLI

Trust & compliance

License
Apache-2.0
Public signals
HTTPSOpen SourceFree tierGitHub · ★ 2.1kActive maintenance

Indexing history

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What PulseGate has recorded for this listing

  1. Indexed8 Oct · 21:29 UTC
    Znc seen via Saashub
    Source: Saashub · Open

Frequently asked questions about ZNC

What is ZNC?
Inferred · not functionally tested: ZNC focuses on keeping IRC sessions and chat history available when an IRC client disconnects. It is catalogued under Other communication on PulseGate.
Who is ZNC for?
Inferred · not functionally tested: ZNC is an open-source project built for IRC users and server administrators.
Does ZNC have a free plan?
Basis unknown · not verified: Yes — ZNC is open source under the Apache-2.0 license and free to use.
What platforms does ZNC run on?
Basis unknown · not verified: ZNC runs on the web and the command line. It can also be self-hosted.
Is ZNC still active?
The GitHub repository shows 61 commits in the last 90 days.
What are alternatives to ZNC?
Similar projects tracked by PulseGate include OnlyGrow Connections, Purple Hat, and Kaomojis.OnlyGrow ConnectionsPurple HatKaomojis
Who makes ZNC?
ZNC is developed by ZNC Developers, based in India.
When did ZNC launch?
ZNC first shipped in 2004.

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