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The Lounge

The IRCCloud alternative

From $20 / month · billed monthly

The Lounge is an always-on web IRC client. Connect to the networks and channels you choose, then close the browser without disconnecting; your private instance keeps the session and scrollback ready for the next device. It is an IRCCloud alternative for people and communities that want a modern browser client while retaining control of their IRC account data.

  • irc
  • chat
  • messaging
  • communities
  • web-client

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Keep IRC channels and conversations open in a responsive browser client.

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to host The Lounge?
Hosting The Lounge on Zenith is $20 / month, billed monthly until you cancel.
How long does The Lounge take to deploy?
Most apps are live on your own subdomain in about two minutes after you deploy.
Do I need to manage a server to run The Lounge?
No. Zenith runs The Lounge for you, with no servers to provision or maintain.
Can I use my own domain with The Lounge?
Yes. Each deployment gets a Zenith subdomain, and you can map your own custom domain to it afterwards.
Can I manage The Lounge with Claude or another AI agent?
Yes. Connect Claude, Cursor or another AI assistant to Zenith to deploy The Lounge, change its hosting settings and check its status. See the setup guide.

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