The RPL_YOUREOPER (381) numeric is sent to users who try, and do successfully, use the OPER command to become an IRC operator.

:server 381 <nick> :You are now an IRC operator
  • <nick>: Nickname of the new operator.

The final parameter’s text is human-readable and may vary, but the typical message is the one shown above.

Examples

C: OPER dan :this is a cool passphrase
S: :irc.example.com 381 dan :You are now an IRC operator

Some examples of successful opering.

Compatibility

Unreal
InspIRCd
Charybdis
ircd-seven
Bahamut
ircd-ratbox
ngIRCd
ircu2
ircd-hybrid
IRCd

Related Commands

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