WebSocket IRC client for WordPress with real-time messaging, private chats, and desktop notifications.
| Author: | badwolf72 (profile at wordpress.org) |
| WordPress version required: | 5.0 |
| WordPress version tested: | 6.8.3 |
| Plugin version: | 5.1.1 |
| Added to WordPress repository: | 06-10-2025 |
| Last updated: | 06-10-2025 |
| Rating, %: | 0 |
| Rated by: | 0 |
| Plugin URI: | https://github.com/badwolf1972/web-irc-client |
| Total downloads: | 91 |
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Badwolf Web IRC Client is a modern, WebSocket-based IRC client designed specifically for WordPress websites. This plugin enables real-time IRC chat functionality directly within WordPress pages and posts using a simple shortcode.
Key Features
- Real-time messaging via WebSocket connections
- Private messaging support with notification badges
- Desktop notifications for new messages
- Multiple theme support (light/dark modes)
- User presence indicators and online user lists
- Channel and private message management
- Responsive design for mobile and desktop
- Secure WebSocket connections (WSS support)
Technical Requirements
- WebSocket-enabled IRC server (UnrealIRCd recommended)
- WordPress 5.0 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
- Modern web browser with WebSocket support
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