i dont know either how to fix this so heres chatgpt response:
how do i fix this? i tried to join IRC
That message means the IRC network is blocking your connection because it thinks you’re coming from a proxy, VPN, or cloud/hosted IP. The “G-lined” part is a network-wide ban triggered by systems like DroneBL, which flag suspicious IPs.
Here’s how to fix it:
🔧 What’s likely causing it
You’re using a VPN or proxy
Your IP is from a cloud provider / VPS
Your ISP gave you an IP previously used for abuse
You’re on mobile data or CGNAT (shared IPs)
âś… Things to try
1. Turn off VPN / proxy
Disconnect from any VPN (NordVPN, ProtonVPN, etc.)
Disable proxy settings in your IRC client
👉 This fixes most cases instantly.
2. Change your IP
Restart your router (wait ~5–10 minutes before reconnecting)
Switch networks (Wi-Fi → mobile data or vice versa)
3. Check if your IP is listed
Go to:
https://dronebl.org/lookupIf your IP shows up, that’s why you’re blocked.
4. Request removal
Follow the instructions on the DroneBL lookup page
Or email the address shown in your error (admin@soylak.st)
Be polite and include:
Your IP address
That you're a normal user trying to connect
5. Use a different connection method
Some IRC networks allow connection via:
Web clients (like KiwiIRC)
Bouncers (like ZNC) — but note: some are also blocked
⚠️ Important
If you’re on a VPS (DigitalOcean, AWS, etc.), many IRC networks block those IP ranges entirely. In that case, you’ll need to connect from a home ISP connection.
đź‘Ť Quick fix summary
Turn off VPN → restart router → try again.