Ban lists
The three lists a room keeps.
Operators only. This section is for IRC operators.
| List | Mode | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Bans | b | People who match cannot join. |
| Exceptions | E | People who match can join even if a ban also matches. |
| Invite exceptions | I | People who match can join an invite-only room. |
Show a list
irc
/mode #room +b /mode #room +E /mode #room +I
Add and remove
irc
/mode #room +b *!*@badhost.example /mode #room -b *!*@badhost.example /mode #room +E friend!*@*
Masks
A mask is nickname!username@host with * standing for anything. Examples:
| Mask | Matches |
|---|---|
Sam!*@* | Anyone with nickname Sam. |
*!*@host.example | Anyone from that host. |
*!*@*.example.org | Anyone from any host of that domain. |
Size
A room can hold up to 100 entries in each of the lists.
Bans are not permanent
A ban in the list is gone when the room is emptied and recreated. For permanent removal, use an autokick in a registered room.
More in Moderating and ops
- Access listsGive people lasting rights in a registered room.
- AutokickKeep known troublemakers out for good.
- Topic lockMake sure the topic stays as you set it.
- Keep a room safeA checklist for rooms that matter.
- Language filterThe network can block unwanted words.
- Network operators in roomsWhat network operators can and cannot do in your room.
- Moderation recipesShort answers to common situations.
- Moderating: overviewHow rooms are run, and the tools you have.