Welcome checklist
Tick these off over your first week.
Operators only. This section is for IRC operators.
- [ ] Chat in a room.
- [ ] Join a second room and switch between them.
- [ ] Send a private message.
- [ ] Choose a nickname you like.
- [ ] Register it.
- [ ] Try the buddy list.
- [ ] Open Highlights to see your mentions.
- [ ] Pick a theme.
- [ ] Create a room and share its address.
- [ ] Register the room and add a helper.
- [ ] Read Moderating: overview.
Done? You are no longer new here.
More in Start here
- How to read this Help CenterHow commands, keys and menu names are written here.
- GlossaryShort definitions of the words used in this Help Center.
- What is ConferenceRooms.org?The network, the Web Chat, rooms and services in plain words.
- New to group chat?A friendly introduction for anyone who has never used chat rooms.
- Quick startFrom zero to your first message, then your first room.
- Your first five minutesA calm, step-by-step first visit.
- Choosing a nicknameHow to pick a name you will be happy with.
- Do and don'tSimple etiquette that makes you welcome everywhere.