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We have made our own network with our custom ircd called 'xircd' and our own services 'X' (channel/user service) and 'F' (Funbot service). We welcome everyone and anyone! Here's the RustNet server address, the busiest channels, and exactly how to connect from any IRC client.

Server
irc.rustnet.org
Port
6697 TLS
Users
≈0
Location
🇫🇷 Gravelines, France
IP address
51.75.116.2
Website
rustnet.org

How to connect to RustNet

Point your IRC client at the address below. The connection is encrypted with TLS. Use the secure port.

ircs://irc.rustnet.org:6697
  1. Open your IRC client (HexChat, WeeChat, irssi, mIRC, Textual…).
  2. Add a new network with the command /server irc.rustnet.org +6697.
  3. Choose a nickname and connect (make sure TLS/SSL is enabled).
  4. Type /list to browse channels, or /join #channel to jump straight in.

Channels on RustNet

We're indexing the public channel list for RustNet. Connect and run /list in your IRC client to browse every room, or /join #channel to enter one directly.

About RustNet

We have made our own network with our custom ircd called 'xircd' and our own services 'X' (channel/user service) and 'F' (Funbot service). We welcome everyone and anyone! RustNet is an independent public IRC network with around 0 users.

Official website: rustnet.org

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Frequently asked questions

What is the server address of RustNet?
RustNet is reachable at ircs://irc.rustnet.org:6697. Hostname irc.rustnet.org, port 6697 over TLS/SSL.
Is RustNet free?
Yes, it's a free, public IRC network. No account is required to start chatting.
How do I join a channel?
After connecting, type /join #channelname in your client.