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Toronto, Canada — July 30, 2026

Hail the chat client of the future: RetroMIRC32 brings classic IRC energy back to the web

RetroMIRC32 is a free, independent browser-based community chat for people who miss the directness and personality of classic IRC. Open the site, choose a temporary nickname, join or create a room, and start talking—no account or installation required.

Built by one independent creator, RetroMIRC32 combines a deliberately nostalgic desktop-style interface with modern browser convenience on computers and phones.

“I missed the feeling of IRC: a nickname, a room, and a real conversation without a feed deciding what everyone sees. So I built a modern tribute. Hail the new chat client of the future—LOL.”

What is included

• Public and user-created chat rooms
• Private messages and familiar slash commands
• Nickname lists, favorites, room roles, and moderation
• Supported file sharing and mobile-friendly controls
• Accessibility support, live service health, and security controls

Join Retro Chat Night

Every Friday from 8–10 PM Toronto time, bring one memory of an old game, IRC channel, BBS, or computer you loved to the #retro room.

Media resources

Try the live demo · Download the social preview image · Read the user manual · View service status

Editorial note

RetroMIRC32 is an independent project inspired by classic IRC clients. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an official successor to mIRC or its creator.