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A Project by the DarkWorld Network Community

🌐 DarkWorld IRC Network

The DarkWorld IRC Network (DWIRC) is a global Internet Relay Chat network, connecting thousands of users worldwide in real-time. Since its launch in 2021, DarkWorld has grown into an active hub for discussion, collaboration, gaming, and community-driven projects.

DarkWorld IRC focuses on stability, privacy, and user experience, offering modern IRC services, multilingual support, and enhanced security features. Whether you are a casual chatter, a developer, or a community organizer, DarkWorld IRC Network provides tools and infrastructure to stay connected seamlessly.

Network Overview

DarkWorld IRC Network operates multiple servers strategically located across the globe to ensure low-latency connections for all users. The network uses round-robin DNS for load balancing, automatically connecting users to the fastest available server.

Global Round‑Robin Connection:

Type Address
IPv4 + IPv6 (automatic) irc.darkworld.network
IPv4 only irc4.darkworld.network
IPv6 only irc6.darkworld.network

🌍 Regional Round-Robin Connection for Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Oceania and Africa covering all continents:

Region Address
Europe european.darkworld.network
Americas (North & South) american.darkworld.network
Asia asian.darkworld.network
Oceania oceania.darkworld.network
Africa african.darkworld.network

🗺️ Server Locations by Continent:

Continent Locations IPv6 Support
Europe Frankfurt, London, Helsinki, Madrid ✅ Yes
North America New York, St. Louis ✅ Yes
South America Santiago ✅ Yes
Asia Lahore, Jakarta ✅ Yes
Oceania Sydney ✅ Yes
Africa Johannesburg ✅ Yes

🔌 Connection Ports:

Port Protocol Recommended Use
6667 Plain text Standard IRC – not recommended for sensitive chats
6697 SSL/TLS Secure connection – recommended
443 SSL/TLS HTTPS‑masquerade – good for restricted networks
80 Plain text Web clients only – not recommended

Key highlights:

  • 🔒 TLS/SSL support for secure messaging
  • 🤖 Integrated bots for stats, relays, and fun interactions
  • 🧠 Full Anope Services: NickServ, ChanServ, HostServ
  • 📊 Channel analytics and stats for network transparency
  • 🌐 Multi-language support for English, Spanish, German, Polish, Urdu, and more

📊 Live Network Statistics

Live data coming soon — real‑time user, channel, and server counts will appear here.

Why Choose DarkWorld?

  • 🌍 True Global Coverage – Servers on all six inhabited continents for lowest latency anywhere
  • 🔒 Privacy First – No mandatory logging of private messages, clear data retention policy
  • 🧩 Modern Services – Full Anope suite including NickServ, ChanServ, and HostServ
  • 🤝 Friendly Community – Multilingual staff and helpers ready to assist
  • 🛠️ Developer Friendly – Official bot support, shell accounts, and bouncer services
  • 📡 Transparent Operation – Public network stats and open staff communication

History

DarkWorld IRC started as a small private network in 2021 and rapidly expanded to include public channels, bot services, and community-driven projects.

Key Milestones

  • 2021 – Launch: DWIRC goes live with 2 servers and 50 users
  • 2022 – First Expansion: Added North American and European servers
  • 2023 – Second Expansion: Added Oceanic region servers
  • 2024 – Global Reach: Added servers in Asia, Oceania, and Africa
  • 2025 – Present: 6 continents, 10+ servers, hundreds of daily active users

With contributions from global developers, DarkWorld IRC Network (DWIRC) has grown into a reliable and secure IRC environment for both casual users and professional communities.

Infrastructure

The network infrastructure includes:

  • High-performance servers distributed globally
  • IPv4 and IPv6 connectivity on all servers
  • SSL/TLS encryption for secure client connections
  • Automated server monitoring for uptime and performance
  • Advanced network linking to ensure seamless channel communication

Community

DWIRC is more than just a network; it is a thriving community:

  • 💬 Hundreds of active users in multiple public channels
  • 🌐 International reach with regional hubs
  • 🤝 Friendly, multilingual staff and helpers
  • 🎮 Integrated games, relay bots, and interactive services
  • 🛠️ Open support for scripts, bots, and custom IRC integrations

Channel Guidelines

To keep DarkWorld enjoyable for everyone, please follow these basic rules in all channels:

  • 🔊 Listen first – Lurk briefly to understand channel culture before speaking
  • 🤐 No spam – Don't repeat messages, flood, or use excessive formatting
  • 🚫 No harassment – Be respectful of all users regardless of background
  • 🔗 No malicious links – Don't share malware, phishing, or shock sites
  • 🤖 Bots in #DWBots – Keep bot testing and heavy automation in designated channels

Channel operators may have additional rules – always check channel topics.

Services Quick Reference

Service Common Commands
NickServ /msg NickServ REGISTER <pass> <email>
/msg NickServ IDENTIFY <pass>
/msg NickServ GHOST <nick> <pass>
ChanServ /msg ChanServ REGISTER #channel
/msg ChanServ OP #channel <nick>
/msg ChanServ TOPIC #channel <new topic>
HostServ /msg HostServ GROUP
/msg HostServ REQUEST <vhost>
/msg HostServ APPROVE <nick> <vhost> (staff only)

For full command lists, visit each service's dedicated wiki page.

Getting Started

To join DarkWorld IRC:

  1. Open your IRC client (HexChat, irssi, WeeChat, mIRC, etc.)
  2. Connect to irc.darkworld.network or a regional server
  3. Use port 6667 (non-SSL) or 6697 (SSL)
  4. Register your nickname via NickServ
  5. Join popular channels like #DarkWorld, #DWBots or #DWGames

Technical Requirements

To connect to DarkWorld IRC, your client must support:

  • IRC protocol – Any standard IRC client (mIRC, HexChat, irssi, WeeChat, KVIrc, etc.)
  • TLS 1.2+ – Required for SSL ports (6697, 443)
  • Optional: SASL PLAIN/EXTERNAL for automatic NickServ identification

Minimum client versions (recommended):

  • mIRC 7.55+
  • HexChat 2.14+
  • irssi 1.2+
  • WeeChat 3.0+

Web clients: https://lounge.darkworld.network:9000/ (if available)

Support DarkWorld

DarkWorld IRC is entirely community‑supported. Running global servers costs money. If you find value in our network, consider:

  • 💰 Donating via [link to donation page]
  • 🖥️ Providing server hosting – contact netadmins@darkworld.network
  • 🤝 Contributing – help with documentation, support, or development

Thank you for being part of DarkWorld!

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📅 Last Updated: 2026-06-5 • Content licensed under CC-BY-SA 4.0 unless otherwise noted.

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