Why Am I Banned?

Why Am I Banned from HybridIRC?

Why Am I Banned?

If you find yourself banned from HybridIRC, it is likely due to a violation of our network policies. Bans are typically enforced for reasons such as inappropriate behavior, disruptive activities, or breaches of our Acceptable Use Policy. The specific reason for your ban can vary based on the nature and severity of the incident.

If you are unsure of the reason for your ban or believe it was issued in error, we recommend reaching out to our support team for further clarification. We are committed to a fair and transparent process.


Common Reasons for Network Bans

  • Unsolicited Advertising: Promoting products, services, or content without prior consent is prohibited on HybridIRC.
  • Malicious Attacks: Any form of harmful behavior, including but not limited to distributing malware, launching network attacks, or engaging in actions that disrupt the service or its users, will result in a ban.
  • Engagement in Illegal Activities: Utilizing automated bots, scripts, or other tools for malicious purposes such as spamming or creating disturbances violates our terms and is strictly forbidden.
  • Harassment or Abuse: Any form of harassment, including bullying, abusive language, or targeting other users with hostile behavior, is not tolerated and can result in a ban.
  • Impersonation: Pretending to be another user or staff member to deceive others is strictly prohibited.
  • Evading Bans: Attempts to evade an existing ban, such as by creating new accounts or using proxies, will result in extended or permanent bans.
  • Inappropriate Content: Sharing or promoting offensive, graphic, or inappropriate material that violates community standards will lead to disciplinary action, including bans.

Channel Bans

If you are banned from a specific channel, please contact the channel founder or a member of that channel's staff. Network administration does not interfere in channel matters occurring in unofficial channels unless it violates our Acceptable Use Policy.

Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

  • Flooding of channels or clients.
  • Spamming or mass advertising of channels, websites, and other IRC networks.
  • Denial of Service Attacks.

Channel founders will enforce their own policies. Channel affairs such as this may result in local channel actions at the channel founder's discretion.

Any activities that jeopardize the rights of other users or the existence and functionality of HybridIRC as a whole are prohibited.


Network Ban Durations

Ban durations may vary depending on the severity of the violation. While under a ban, you won't be able to access the network. If you believe your ban is unjust or have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our support team for assistance.


DNSBL (DNS Blacklists)

DNSBLs are used to block connections from known sources of spam and malicious activity. If your IP address is listed on a DNSBL, you may be blocked from accessing our network as a precautionary measure.

If you are banned with the following reasons:
  • Tor Exit Nodes: Access via Tor exit nodes is not permitted on this network.
  • DroneBL: If you find yourself listed on DroneBL, please visit their website and follow the provided instructions for IP address removal.
  • EFnet RBL: Similarly, if you are listed on the EFnet RBL, visit their website for IP address removal instructions.

Exceptions for Tor Users

If you are using Tor and wish to access HybridIRC with added anonymity, follow these steps:

  1. Register your nickname using the command: /msg nickserv register your_password your_email.
  2. Connect to xtciv7bmnkb5afqsryowaejcerqmajsginkhkgtq6heiehu2ig7gdkid.onion via Tor browser using our onion service.
  3. You're all set up!