Hotline Connect Official Client
| Hotline Connect Client | |
|---|---|
| File:Hotline Connect Icon.png | |
| Creator | Hotline Communications Inc. |
| Latest version | 1.9.2 |
| First release | {{{date_first_release}}} |
| Latest release | {{{date_latest_release}}} |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Type | Hotline Client |
| License | {{{license}}} |
| Website | BigRedH(Defunct) |
Hotline Connect Client (or HCC) is a modern, cross-platform client... (rest of your article)
Hotline Connect Client (or HCC) is a modern, cross-platform client used to connect to Hotline Communications servers. It aims to provide a stable and user-friendly experience while maintaining compatibility with the classic protocol.
Downloads
Here you can find links to the latest and archived versions of Hotline Connect Client.
Current Release (1.0.0)
- Windows: hcc-1.0.0.exe (Installer)
- macOS (Apple Silicon): hcc-1.0.0-arm64.dmg
- macOS (Intel): hcc-1.0.0-x64.dmg
- Linux: hcc-1.0.0.tar.gz (tarball)
Archived Versions
- Version 0.9.5 (July 15, 2025)
- Version 0.9.0 (April 2, 2025)
Screenshots & Features
Screenshots
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The main connection window.
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Public chat on a server.
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Managing file uploads and downloads.
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A private chat window.
Key Features
- Full support for Hotline 1.5 protocol specifications.
- Public and private chat with user list.
- Resumable file transfers (uploads and downloads).
- Server news and message board (bbcode/text rendering).
- Modern, clean interface.
- Cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux).
History
Development on Hotline Connect Client began in late 2024 by [Creator Name]. The primary motivation was the lack of actively maintained, modern clients for the Hotline protocol, especially on platforms like macOS and Linux.
The client is built using [C# and .NET MAUI / C++ and Qt / etc.] which allows a single codebase to target multiple operating systems. The first public beta (v0.9.0) was released in April 2025, with the 1.0.0 stable release following in October 2025. The project is [open-source/closed-source] and development is ongoing.