IRCCloud

IRCCloud is an IRC client developed by IRCCloud Ltd. that aims to provide a modern and convenient platform for real-time discussions and collaboration. According to the vendor, IRCCloud allows users to stay connected to IRC servers, chat from anywhere, and never miss a message. It is designed to cater to teams, friends, and communities of all sizes, making it suitable for various professions and industries, including software development, IT and tech companies, open source projects, online communities, and remote teams.

Key Features

Login: According to the vendor, users can log in to IRCCloud using their credentials, which enables them to access their chat history and stay connected to IRC servers.

Group chat for teams, friends, and communities: IRCCloud offers group chat functionality for teams, friends, and communities, facilitating real-time discussions and effective collaboration. The platform supports both public or private channels, as well as one-to-one conversations.

Stay connected and never miss a message: IRCCloud ensures that users remain connected to IRC servers at all times, even if they shut down their computer or sign out of IRCCloud.com. The chat history is stored, allowing users to catch up on conversations when they return.

Native apps for iOS and Android: IRCCloud provides native mobile apps for iOS and Android devices. According to the vendor, these apps keep everything in sync and notify users across all their devices, enabling them to access and participate in chats from anywhere using their smartphones or tablets.

File and document sharing: IRCCloud allows users to easily share files by dragging and dropping them into the web app. The platform supports file uploads and sharing, as well as the sharing of text and code snippets by simply pasting them into the chat. According to the vendor, users can also embed videos, images, gifs, and social media links in their conversations.

Integration with external services: IRCCloud integrates with various external services, including GitHub through their repository service hooks. Users can search for IRC bots that integrate with their preferred services. The platform also allows users to embed web content such as images, gifs, videos, tweets, and other social media, according to the vendor.

Connect to any IRC server or Slack workspace: IRCCloud enables users to connect to any IRC server and also supports connecting to Slack workspaces, providing a native integration for paid users. Private servers are available for teams, offering enhanced features like reply threading, message editing, reactions, and typing indicators. Users who prefer their existing IRC client can use the bouncer interface provided by IRCCloud, according to the vendor.