GitHub stats
- GitHub stars
- 2,127
- Forks
- 405
- Open issues
- 360
- Commits, last 12 months
- 164
- Last commit
- Oct 2, 2026
- Latest release
- No releases
- Created
- Jan 9, 2010
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About ZNC
Advanced IRC bouncer. ZNC is open source under the Apache-2.0 license and written mainly in C++, so you can read the code, run it on your own hardware and keep full control of your data.
The project has 2,127 stars and 405 forks on GitHub, with 164 commits over the last year. It installs natively rather than through an official Docker image, so plan for a short manual setup.
Topics
- znc
- irc-bouncer
- irc
- hacktoberfest
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What is ZNC?
ZNC is a free, open-source app you can host on your own server, listed in our IRC & XMPP category. Advanced IRC bouncer. The source code lives at github.com/znc/znc, where it has 2,127 stars.
Is ZNC free and open source?
Yes. ZNC is open-source software released under the Apache-2.0 license, so you can self-host it at no cost. You only pay for the server it runs on, and some projects also offer an optional paid cloud plan.
Can I run ZNC with Docker?
ZNC does not list an official Docker image. It installs natively (C++ and deb), so follow the install steps in its README or look for a community-maintained container.
What are the best alternatives to ZNC?
Popular open-source alternatives to ZNC include ejabberd, The Lounge and Weechat.
Is ZNC actively maintained?
The most recent commit to ZNC was on Oct 2, 2026 with 164 commits in the past twelve months. Check the open issues on GitHub to gauge how quickly maintainers respond.