mIRC is an Internet Relay Chat (IRC) client that allows users to connect to IRC networks and participate in text-based communication. Through a specialized client interface, users connect to servers that are part of larger global IRC networks like EFnet, Undernet, and DALnet.

The software enables communication through channels (public chat rooms starting with #) and private queries. Channels are organized around common themes like hobbies, technology, or general chat. mIRC offers both group chat functionality for real-time public discussions and private query windows for one-on-one conversations.

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File size: 4.31 MB

OS support: Windows

Windows

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Key Features

IRC Network Connectivity: Connect to global IRC networks including EFnet, Undernet, DALnet, and regional networks with server selection based on geographic proximity for optimal performance.
Channel and Private Messaging: Access public channels for group discussions and private query windows for secure one-on-one communication with individual users.
SSL/TLS Encryption Support: Latest versions include extended SSL/TLS protocol support to encrypt connections and protect messages from interception during transmission.
Built-in Scripting Language: Rich mIRC scripting capabilities allow advanced users to create custom chatbots, automate channel moderation, and personalize their experience extensively.
Unicode and Memory Management: Improved UTF-8 Unicode support enables seamless writing of Cyrillic and other non-Latin text characters with enhanced memory management for stability.

Tech Specs

Software Name	mIRC
Version	7.85
License	Shareware
File Size	4.31 MB
OS Support	Windows
Language	English, Multilingual
Developer	Khaled Mardam-Bey
Homepage	https://www.mirc.com/
Changelogurl	https://www.mirc.com/changes.html
Last Updated	September 10, 2026

Setup Instructions

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Installation Steps

Click the download button to get the mIRC installer for Windows
Locate the downloaded file and double-click to run the installer
Follow the on-screen installation wizard to complete setup

Compatibility: Compatible with Windows 7 and later versions

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