HexChat

IRC client based on XChat for desktops

About HexChat

HexChat is an IRC client for Windows and Linux that offers a polished interface, scripting, and spellcheck for chat networks. It is typically installed on Linux servers or containers and administered through configuration files, a CLI, or a built-in web interface. Regular community releases, public issue trackers, and extensive documentation help new administrators get from a first install to daily use quickly.

HexChat key facts

Category: Communication & Collaboration
Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Focus areas: irc, chat, client, desktop
Official site: hexchat.github.io

About the Communication & Collaboration category

Chat, video meetings, and messaging apps that keep teams connected. The Communication & Collaboration category on Tools Hub currently lists 329 tools. Alongside HexChat, it includes Pidgin, SnappyMail, AfterLogic WebMail, Poste.io.

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