We've been discussing this a bit on the functionaries-en list and there have 
been some security concerns raised.  I've opened 
https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T429101 to track the issue.

> On Jun 13, 2026, at 6:39 PM, Md. Zillur Rahman via Wikitech-l 
> <[email protected]> wrote:
> 
> Hi everyone,
> 
> I am excited to announce the launch of WikiLounge, a new, always-on IRC web 
> client and bouncer built specifically for the Wikimedia community and hosted 
> securely on Wikimedia Cloud Services (WMCS).
> 
> For many Wikimedians, IRC remains a vital platform for real-time 
> collaboration, seeking help, and monitoring projects. However, traditional 
> IRC drops your connection when you close your browser or go offline, causing 
> you to miss out on conversations while you are away.
> 
> WikiLounge solves this by acting as a persistent bouncer. It keeps your IRC 
> presence active 24/7 on Libera.Chat network. When you log back in via your 
> web browser or mobile device, you can read all the channel history and 
> private messages you missed.
> 
> We have just completed a major upgrade and deployed a new Unified Web 
> Dashboard to make joining and managing your account as easy as possible.
> 
> Key Features:
> 
> Always-On Connection: Catch up on missed messages when you return.
> Mobile-Friendly: A clean, responsive web interface powered by open-source 
> software (The Lounge).
> Automated Self-Service: Securely log in using your Meta-Wiki account via 
> OAuth to request access, change your server password, or declare a 
> "Wikibreak" to pause inactivity limits.
> How to join: To protect server resources and prevent abuse, WikiLounge 
> requires users to have at least 500 global edits across Wikimedia projects.
> 
> If you meet the requirements and would like an account, you can read the full 
> documentation and apply directly through the new automated portal:
> 
> Documentation: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/IRC/WikiLounge
> Public Portal: https://wikilounge.wmcloud.org/
> If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me, drop a task in 
> Phabricator under the  WikiLounge project, or join us in our newly created 
> IRC channel #wikimedia-lounge.
> 
> 
> 
> Regards,
> User:ZI Jony
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