HexDroid IRC
Overview
• Say hello to HexDroid, a sleek and speedy IRC client crafted specifically for modern Android.
• Built with a beautiful Material Design interface, HexDroid makes it easy to jump into your favorite channels, catch up with friends, and never miss a mention while you are on the go.
Stay Connected Anywhere
• Manage multiple IRC networks at once, each with its own tailored settings.
• Get online instantly with automatic connections and channel joins on startup.
• Enjoy robust bouncer support for ZNC and soju, including multi-network binding.
• Keep your chats alive in the background with an optional Always Connected mode.
Privacy and Security First
• Your connections are safe with default TLS/SSL encryption and secure SASL authentication.
• Passwords remain safe on your device, encrypted using the Android Keystore.
• We protect your privacy with zero ads, zero tracking, and absolutely no analytics.
• Your data is only ever sent to the servers you choose to connect to.
A Modern Chat Experience
• Experience advanced IRCv3 features like typing indicators, message reactions, and inline quote replies with a simple swipe.
• Keep conversations vibrant and easy to follow with 45 distinct nickname colors, custom formatting, and full color-code support.
• See the big picture with inline image and video previews, plus auto-sized ASCII art rendering.
• Find what you need instantly using convenient built-in chat search commands.
Smart Notifications and File Sharing
• Never miss a beat with instant alerts for mentions, and reply directly from your notification drawer without opening the app.
• Send and receive files securely with comprehensive DCC support, safely turned off by default until you want to use it.
• Track your file transfers in real time using a dedicated progress screen.
Tailored to Your Needs
• Customize your experience with per-network character encoding and personalized nickname colors.
• Back up your network configurations to a JSON file so you can easily restore them on another device.
• Save your chat logs locally, choosing exactly where they are stored on your device's file system.
Open, Honest, and Free
• HexDroid is completely free and open-source under the GPLv3 license.
• App permissions are kept to a minimum, used only to connect to your servers, keep your connection active in the background, and send you notifications.
FAQ
Q: Does HexDroid support multiple server connections at the same time?
A: Yes, it absolutely does. You can manage and connect to multiple IRC networks simultaneously, and HexDroid even allows you to customize the individual settings for each network to suit your specific communication needs.
Q: Can I use my ZNC or soju bouncer with HexDroid?
A: You sure can. HexDroid features robust bouncer support for both ZNC and soju, which includes advanced multi-network binding so you never have to worry about missing an important message while you are offline.
Q: How does HexDroid keep my connections active when the app is in the background?
A: To keep your chats alive and ensure you stay online, HexDroid offers an optional Always Connected mode. This feature keeps your connection active in the background, preventing the Android operating system from prematurely closing your session when you switch apps.
Version History
v1.6.9——30 Jul 2026
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*1.6.9
Add Android 17 and Android TV support
Improve art detection with an option to disable it completely.
Improve auto reconnection and selecting of text in input box.
Fix bug where tapping a highlight would sometimes not scroll to the message.
Fix bug where the reply fallback wouldn't show in private messages.
*1.6.7
Commands: Add /clear, /alias [list | add | remove ] and /slap
Logs: "0" now keeps logs indefinitely
Optimise image/gif's for Image Previews
Nick regaining: Client attempts to regain primary nick after a reconnect
Bugs: Font styles & topic display settings weren't being saved after restart. Fix strict RFC2812 trailing param for MODE and others (InspIRCd). No longer show yourself as typing.
Hungarian translation added.
*1.6.5
Added DCC RESUME support
Added Notification Settings (in Network Settings)
Connection stability improvements
