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🌐 DarkWorld IRC Network Overview
DarkWorld IRC 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.
⚡ Key Highlights
- Global Round-Robin Connection:
irc.darkworld.network - Regional servers for Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Oceania, and Africa – covering all continents
- 🔒 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: English, Spanish, German, Polish, Urdu, and more
🌍 Server Addresses
Global Round‑Robin
- IPv4 + IPv6 (automatic):
irc.darkworld.network - IPv4 only:
irc4.darkworld.network - IPv6 only:
irc6.darkworld.network
Regional Round‑Robins
Connect directly to your continent for the lowest latency:
- 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
- Europe: Frankfurt, London, Amsterdam – IPv6: ✅
- North America: New York, Chicago, Los Angeles – IPv6: ✅
- South America: São Paulo – IPv6: ✅
- Asia: Singapore, Tokyo, Mumbai – IPv6: ✅
- Oceania: Sydney – IPv6: ✅
- Africa: Johannesburg – IPv6: ✅
🔌 Connection Ports
- 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 (not recommended – for web clients only)
🛡️ Security Features
- TLS 1.2+ with modern cipher suites
- Server‑to‑server links encrypted with SSL
- OperServ flood protection and DNS blacklisting
- Optional SASL authentication for registered nicks
- No mandatory logging of private messages (connection metadata retained 30 days)
📊 Network Statistics
Live network statistics available at: https://stats.darkworld.network
Current stats include:
- Users online
- Channels active
- Servers connected
- Daily peak times
🚀 Getting Connected
- Open your IRC client (HexChat, irssi, WeeChat, mIRC, KVIrc, etc.)
- Connect to
irc.darkworld.networkor your regional address - Use port
6697for SSL/TLS - Register your nickname:
/msg NickServ REGISTER <password> <email> - Join a channel:
/join #DarkWorld
❓ Need Help?
- Join
#DWIRCor#Helpon the network - See Support & Troubleshooting
- Check Frequently Asked Questions
Return to DWIRC | See also: Server List | Connection Guide
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📅 Last Updated: 2026-06-3 • Content licensed under CC-BY-SA 4.0 unless otherwise noted.