Choosing and Applying a vHost
Approved vHosts are selected through the Vhosts area of the dashboard.
Apply a vHost
Sign in to the dashboard.
Open Vhosts.
Browse or search the available hostname library.
Select the vHost you want to use.
Choose the IRC network where it should be applied...
Read Before Posting in IRC Inbox Support
Use this forum for help with:
IRC Inbox not loading.
Private-message threads not appearing.
Incorrect read or unread state.
Opening a thread.
Marking a thread as read.
Hidden threads and restoring them.
Show more or Show fewer thread controls.
Message...
IRC Inbox Privacy and Security
IRC Inbox is designed as an opt-in, account-owner-only dashboard feature.
Account visibility
IRC Inbox information is intended to be visible only to the authenticated owner of the account.
Always sign out when using a shared computer.
Dashboard replies
When...
IRC Inbox Module Inactive or Thread Discovery Unavailable
The dashboard may display an error such as:
Eggy BNC inbox module inactive
or:
Thread discovery is unavailable
If the module is inactive
Open Inbox Settings.
Confirm IRC Inbox logging is enabled.
Select Save IRC Inbox Settings...
IRC Inbox Is Empty or No Threads Appear
An empty Thread List does not always indicate a fault.
The dashboard may show that IRC Inbox is active but no visible private-message threads are currently available.
Check the feature status
Confirm:
Premium is active.
IRC Inbox is enabled.
The...
Understanding Dashboard Reply Statuses
Dashboard replies may display one of several processing states.
Pending
A pending reply has been accepted by the dashboard and placed into the queue.
It has not yet been confirmed as sent.
Allow the external worker time to process it.
Sent
A sent...
Sending an IRC Inbox Reply From the Dashboard
Dashboard replies must be enabled before a reply can be sent.
Send a reply
Open the required IRC Inbox thread.
Confirm that the network and nickname are correct.
Enter your reply.
Submit the reply once.
Wait for the status to update.
Reply...
Enabling Dashboard Replies
Dashboard Replies allows eligible users to reply to supported IRC Inbox threads from the website.
Enable reply sending
Open IRC Inbox.
Find Dashboard Replies.
Enter your current BNC password.
Select Enable dashboard replies.
The password is entered once to create...
Message Previews and Retention Settings
IRC Inbox provides controls for how message information is displayed in the dashboard.
Message previews
The option:
Show message previews in the dashboard
controls whether message text previews are shown in applicable IRC Inbox areas.
Disable this...
Hiding and Restoring IRC Inbox Threads
The Hide control removes a thread from your normal dashboard Thread List.
This is useful for old, unwanted or completed conversations.
Hiding a thread
Find the thread in the Thread List.
Select Hide.
Allow the dashboard action to complete.
The thread...
Read and Unread Thread States
Each visible IRC Inbox thread is labelled as either:
Unread
or:
Read
Unread threads
An unread label indicates that the dashboard considers the thread to contain activity that has not yet been marked as reviewed.
To clear the unread state, select:
Mark...
Understanding the IRC Inbox Thread List
The Thread List displays private-message conversations discovered for your account.
Each row may show:
The IRC network.
The other nickname or thread name.
The latest recorded date.
The amount of recorded thread data.
Read or unread status.
Whether the...
How to Enable IRC Inbox
IRC Inbox must be enabled before private-message threads can be discovered in the dashboard.
Enable the feature
Sign in to the dashboard.
Open IRC Inbox.
Find Inbox Settings.
Enable Enable IRC Inbox logging for this account.
Choose whether message previews should be...
What IRC Inbox Does
IRC Inbox brings supported private-message threads into your dashboard.
It is designed to help you review messages associated with your BNC networks when you are not actively watching your IRC client.
Available features include:
Private-message thread discovery.
Network...
Read Before Posting in Connection Help
Use this forum for help with:
IRC client connection commands.
Failed connections to bnc.eggy.net.
SSL/TLS errors.
Incorrect username, network or password formats.
IRC networks that will not connect.
Server and port configuration.
Networks stuck in a...
Dashboard Buttons Stuck on Loading
Many dashboard actions are processed without requiring a full page reload.
While an action is running, a button may temporarily display a loading or processing state.
Do not submit the action repeatedly
Repeated clicks can:
Create duplicate requests...
Updating Your Email and Password
Account settings allow you to keep your email address current and securely change your password.
Updating your email address
Your email is used for:
Password recovery.
Support ticket follow-up.
Important service notices.
Security or abuse contact.
Premium or...
Using System Inbox
System Inbox contains one-way account and service messages.
Messages may include:
Maintenance notices.
Account security information.
vHost or network updates.
Policy reminders.
Premium information.
Account-specific notices.
Unread messages
The dashboard menu may show a...
IRC Inbox Settings and Privacy
IRC Inbox is an optional Premium feature for supported private-message threads and dashboard replies.
Available controls
Eligible accounts may be able to:
Enable IRC Inbox logging.
View discovered private-message threads.
Open a thread.
Mark a thread as read...
Identity Settings Explained
The Identity area contains supported settings that affect how your BNC appears when connecting to IRC networks.
Available controls may include:
Ident.
Quit message.
Real Name/GECOS.
Other supported identity details.
The options shown depend on your account and...