catgirl ☆

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Description:
Terminal IRC client

Type: Formula | Latest Version: 2.2a@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Networking

Tags: irc terminal chat client ncurses networking

Install: brew install catgirl

About:
Catgirl is a lightweight, terminal-based IRC client designed for simplicity and efficiency. It provides a clean, ncurses-based interface for interacting with IRC networks without the overhead of a graphical environment. Its main value proposition is offering a straightforward and reliable chat experience for users who prefer working within the command line.

Key Features:

Terminal-based ncurses interface
TLS support via libretls
IPv6 support
Multi-server and multi-channel capabilities
Minimalist and lightweight design

Use Cases:

Connecting to IRC networks from servers or headless systems
Maintaining a persistent chat session in a terminal multiplexer like tmux
Lightweight communication for users who prefer keyboard-driven workflows

Alternatives:

irssi – Irssi is a more feature-rich and scriptable client, while Catgirl focuses on a smaller footprint and simpler configuration.
weechat – WeeChat is highly modular and extensible, whereas Catgirl provides a more minimal, out-of-the-box experience.

License: GPL-3.0-or-later

Dependencies: libretls

Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, sonoma, ventura, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 13, 2025 6:59am		0	VERSION_BUMP	e00903bf