IRC
Connect to IRC networks so users can chat with your agents in IRC channels.Setup
- Choose an IRC network (Libera.Chat, OFTC, etc.)
- In Pawz, go to Settings → Channels
- Select IRC
- Enter:
- Server — e.g.,
irc.libera.chat - Port — typically
6697(TLS) or6667(plain) - Nickname — bot’s IRC nick
- Channels — comma-separated channels to join (e.g.,
#pawz,#general) - Use TLS — enable for encrypted connections
- Server — e.g.,
- Start the channel
Configuration
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Server | Yes | IRC server hostname |
| Port | Yes | Server port |
| Nickname | Yes | Bot’s nick |
| Channels | Yes | Channels to join |
| Use TLS | Recommended | Enable TLS encryption |
| Password | No | NickServ or server password |
| DM policy | Yes | Who can DM the bot |
Features
- Channel messages and private messages
- Per-user sessions with memory
- Prompt injection scanning
- Agent routing via channel routing rules
- Auto-reconnect on disconnection
Tips
- Register your bot’s nick with NickServ to prevent impersonation
- Use TLS (port 6697) for encrypted connections
- The bot responds when mentioned by nick or in DMs