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Network Rules

These rules complement applicable law and aim to ensure a fair, safe and sustainable IRC network environment. Violations may result in warnings, channel removal, account suspension or network bans.

Behaviour & Conduct

  • Be respectful; no harassment or targeted insults.
  • No discrimination (race, origin, gender, orientation, disability, religion).
  • No threats, glorification of self‑harm or violence – seek professional help in emergencies.
  • De‑escalate conflicts; provide logs privately to channel staff / net ops if needed.

Content

  • No spam (advertising, mass messages, chain promotions).
  • No illegal content or links to malware / exploits.
  • NSFW / sensitive topics only in clearly designated channels.
  • No posting of private third‑party data (doxxing).

Security & Technical Use

  • Do not circumvent technical protections (flood / spam filters, ban evasion).
  • Do not use open proxies / VPNs to conceal abuse.
  • Bots must have a clear purpose, moderate resource usage and proper configuration.
  • Throttle automated mass queries (WHO/WHOIS/SCAN) – avoid excessive load.

Channels & Moderation

  • Topics should briefly state purpose + optional rules URL (avoid walls of text).
  • Abuse of operator rights (arbitrary kicks/bans) is prohibited.
  • Persistent protective modes (+i, +k, +m, +M) only when necessary – review regularly.
  • Review ban lists for outdated or overly broad masks.

Accounts & Privacy

  • Each physical user should use an individual account (no shared passwords).
  • Transfer, sale or lending of accounts / trusts is not permitted.
  • Report compromised accounts immediately; change passwords at once.

Enforcement & Reporting

  • Report violations with relevant timestamps and (if needed) a concise log excerpt via email.
  • Staff may take immediate protective action without prior notice in exceptional cases.
  • Appeals via email – be factual and include context. Decisions can be revised if new information emerges.

This summary is inspired by common IRC network practices (including QuakeNet) and adapted for this network. Rules may change; please review periodically.