To apply for linking a server to StormNet, please fill out the template below and email it to studded@thestormnet.com. Attach any supporting proof (e.g., ISP permission email screenshot, hardware specs). Incomplete applications will not be considered. We will review and respond within 1–2 weeks if it meets basic criteria.

1. Applicant Information:

• Full Name:

• Preferred Nick (must be registered with NickServ on StormNet):

• Age: (Must be 18+ for primary admin)

• Email Address:

• Timezone / Location:

• X/Twitter or other public handle (optional, for reference):

2. Proposed Server Details:

• Proposed Server Name (single word/short name, e.g., "london", "hub2"):
  → Will become: [name].thestormnet.com

• Server Hostname / IP (static IPv4, and IPv6 if available):

• Geographic Location (city/country or approximate region):

• Hosting Provider / Type (e.g., Liquid Web VPS, home business fiber, dedicated colo):

• Connection Speed: (Must be ≥1 Gbps symmetric)

• Uptime Guarantee / Monitoring Setup (e.g., how you monitor and respond to outages):

  3. Hardware & Software Specs:

• OS & Version (e.g., Ubuntu 24.04 LTS):

• CPU Model & Age (must be modern, last 10 years):

• RAM (minimum 1 GB, more preferred):

• UnrealIRCd Version (must be latest 6.2.x; specify exact):

• Will the server be primarily dedicated to IRC? (Yes/No – explain if shared):

• Estimated Max Client Capacity (must support ≥500 concurrent):

4. Security & Configuration:

• Do you have a firewall configured to block/filter incoming UDP/ICMP (anti-amplification) and enable SYN flood protection/rate-limiting? (Yes/No – briefly describe setup, e.g., iptables, FortiGate, ufw):

• Will you accept and use the network-provided *.thestormnet.com TLS certificate on port 6697? (Yes/No):

• Planned listening ports (mandatory: 6667 & 6697; list others if any):

• Bot Policy (e.g., "Friendly bots only" or "No bots allowed" – must be stated in MOTD):

5. Permissions & Proof:

• ISP/Uplink Permission: Do you have explicit permission to run a public IRC server? (Yes/No)
  → If yes, briefly describe (e.g., "Business fiber plan with no AUP restrictions on IRC").
  → Attach/provide proof (e.g., email from ISP, screenshot of terms, or sysadmin contact info for verification).

6. Operators & Commitment:

• List proposed operators (nicks – all must be registered with NickServ):
  → Primary admin (you):
  → Additional opers (if any):

• Have you and all proposed opers read and agree to the StormNet AUP? (https://thestormnet.com/aup) (Yes/No):

• Are you and your team committed to long-term participation, 24/7 uptime, timely issue response, and no expectation of compensation? (Yes/No):

• Any additional comments about your motivation/experience (e.g., previous IRC admin experience, why you want to link to StormNet):

7. Acknowledgment: I confirm that all information provided is accurate and that I understand linking is a privilege, not a right. I agree to follow all StormNet policies, implement required configs/MOTD, and accept that the link may be removed if requirements are not met or trust is broken.

Signature (typed name): ___________________________
Date: ___________________________

Once submitted, expect:

• Initial review for completeness.

• Possible follow-up questions.

• Interview(s) via IRC or email for you and proposed opers.