HexChat

HexChat is an open-source IRC (Internet Relay Chat) client, originally forked from XChat, that provides a graphical interface for connecting to multiple IRC servers and channels. It supports features such as multi-server connections, configurable networks and channels, SSL/TLS, nickname and channel management, and a plugin/scripting system (Python and Perl) for extensibility.

Designed for Windows and Unix-like systems, HexChat emphasizes simplicity and customization, including theme and interfa...