Chanserv, DALnet's channel registration service, supplies users with a way to secure their channels from takeovers. Founding a channel gives a user the right to add and remove ops and akicks, lock channel modes, etc.
The SENDPASS command will allow a user to request that his or her channel password be sent to the email address on file for the founders' nickname. This command should not be relied on as an alternative to managing your own passwords, but only as a "backup" in case of extreme situations. Please remember that you are still responsible for remembering your password(s) and keeping them private. Do not share your password(s) with anyone.