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How to use Skype for chat, voice calls, video calls, recording meetings, and other tasks. Our Skype content is for Windows, the web, and mobile platforms.

How to delete Skype messages (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

How to delete Skype messages (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

If you sent something by accident to the wrong person, you’re probably wondering how to delete Skype messages on both sides. Luckily, when you delete a message on Skype, it disappears without a trace for both you and its recipient, whether they already read it or not. However, you can only change or remove the messages you wrote. This tutorial shows how to delete messages
4 ways disable Meet Now in Windows 10

4 ways disable Meet Now in Windows 10

The Meet Now icon from Windows 10 allows you to start or join Skype meetings with others quickly. However, those who don’t use it or don’t like Skype may not want it shown on their taskbar, near the clock. If that is the case for you, and you want to remove the Meet Now icon from Windows 10, here are four ways to “uninstall” Meet
What is Meet Now in Windows 10, and how to use it

What is Meet Now in Windows 10, and how to use it

You might have noticed a new icon showing up in Windows 10, next to the clock from the system tray. It is a symbol of a video camera, and if you hover your mouse over it, the tooltip says Meet Now. You may wonder how it got there and whether it is a virus. How did Meet Now get installed on your Windows 10 computer?
How to stop Skype from starting automatically in Windows 10

How to stop Skype from starting automatically in Windows 10

Are you wondering how to stop Skype from starting automatically in Windows 10? Whether you're using the default app for Windows 10 or the Skype desktop app, it is easy to disable Skype on startup. If you want to decide for yourself when to launch Skype on your Windows 10 computer or device, read this tutorial to learn how to stop Skype from starting automatically:
How to record Skype calls on Windows, Android, iPhone, and Mac

How to record Skype calls on Windows, Android, iPhone, and Mac

Are you wondering how to record your important Skype calls to review or use later? With Skype's built-in recording ability, you can create podcasts, save precious moments with your loved ones, or make sure nobody misses what was discussed in the latest online meeting. Your Skype recording gets saved to a cloud for 30 days, during which you can download and share it. This tutorial
How to use multiple Skype accounts at the same time in Windows 10

How to use multiple Skype accounts at the same time in Windows 10

Using multiple Skype accounts at the same time can help you keep an eye on different areas of your life simultaneously. You can use one account for work conversations and business calls, one to keep in touch with your family, and another to hang out and make plans with your friends. Either way, it doesn't make sense to keep signing in and out, when you
How to make audio and video group Skype calls (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

How to make audio and video group Skype calls (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

Skype offers the option to make both audio and video group calls for free from multiple platforms. You can catch up with your loved ones, even if they are far away, or take a business meeting without leaving your desk. And you don't need additional software to be part of a Skype group call, since this feature is built into the Skype apps for Windows,
How to share the screen on Skype (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

How to share the screen on Skype (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

Knowing how to share your screen on Skype is useful in a variety of situations. Whether you need help with your computer, want to show a presentation to your colleagues, or feel like getting a loved one's opinion on your dating profile, you can use Skype screen sharing during calls to broadcast what you see on your device. This tutorial shows you how to screen
How to use Skype on Windows 10 like a Pro

How to use Skype on Windows 10 like a Pro

Both on Windows 10 and on mobile platforms, Microsoft simplified Skype's user experience, making it look similar and work the same on touch-based devices and regular mouse and keyboard ones. In this tutorial, we show you how to use Skype on Windows 10, in the hope that we can help you understand Skype's main user interface elements. So here's how you can use Skype to
How can I make my Skype theme dark (or light)?

How can I make my Skype theme dark (or light)?

You might be asking yourself: Is there a dark theme for Skype? Yes there is, and there's also a light theme, just like in Windows 10 May 2019 Update. Both themes are available in Skype for Windows 10, Android, and iOS. In this guide, we share how to change your Skype theme to dark or light, depending on what you want, on all platforms:
How to configure and test the webcam in Skype

How to configure and test the webcam in Skype

Skype is one of the most used video conferencing apps in the world. People use its apps on a multitude of devices, from Windows laptops and PCs to Android smartphones, to iPhones and iPads. One of Skype's essential features is its ability to make video calls. However, before you do that, it is best to make sure that your webcam is working well before you
How to configure the microphone and the speakers in Skype for Windows 10

How to configure the microphone and the speakers in Skype for Windows 10

With more than two billion registered users using both computers and mobile devices, Skype makes it easy to connect with people from different organizations or geographies. The sound quality of your Skype calls on Windows 10 relies on making correct audio settings, as well as the quality of your internet connection. But, how many times have you been in a Skype call, only to be
8 ways to start the Skype app in Windows 10

8 ways to start the Skype app in Windows 10

Skype is one of the pioneers of making video and voice calls over the internet, and it has become popular over the years while enjoying its share of controversies too. When you use a Windows 10 PC or device, Skype is built-in, installed, and ready to make your calls and chats. Also, there are many ways to open this app, including methods you might not
How to unlink your Skype ID from your Microsoft account

How to unlink your Skype ID from your Microsoft account

A few years ago, we published a guide about unlinking your Skype ID from your Microsoft account. It was very popular with our readers, and it provided them with real help. However, as of early 2017, it stopped working because Microsoft has silently changed things, without an official blog post of any kind. Today, unlinking your Skype ID from your Microsoft account seems like Mission
11 things you can do to fix webcam issues on Skype

11 things you can do to fix webcam issues on Skype

Are you having problems with your webcam while using Skype? You can hear the people to whom you speak, but they can't see you? Or maybe the only thing they can see are blurred lines or gray images? Whether you use an external webcam that's connected to a USB port on your computer, or you rely on the built-in webcam from your notebook, there are
How to make sure that Skype for Windows hides your IP address

How to make sure that Skype for Windows hides your IP address

While being the most widely used voice and video chat service in the world, Skype has suffered for a very long time from a really annoying security hole. If not set properly, Skype leaks your IP address. This was Skype's Achilles' heel and, even though Microsoft patched many security holes during the last few years, they didn't patch this one. Recently, all the new versions
How To Chat Or Group Text Chat With The Skype For Windows Desktop App

How To Chat Or Group Text Chat With The Skype For Windows Desktop App

Skype for desktop is a great tool that will allow you to stay connected with your family, friends and colleagues. One of its highly useful features is the ability to chat for free with almost anyone in the world. Also, you can use Skype for desktop to communicate with your friends while doing other things like browsing the web, playing a game or listening to
How To Link A Skype ID To A Microsoft Account With Skype For Desktop

How To Link A Skype ID To A Microsoft Account With Skype For Desktop

If you used Skype before, you might have noticed that you can link your Skype and Microsoft accounts. Microsoft recommends linking the two account primarily because you will only need to remember one user account and password that can be used across multiple devices and Microsoft services. Secondly, linking your accounts allows the integration of Skype with Outlook and the merging of all your contacts
How To Manage Your Skype Account From The Skype For Windows Desktop App

How To Manage Your Skype Account From The Skype For Windows Desktop App

As we have already explained, Skype is going to discontinue the "Modern" Skype app and make its users migrate to the Skype for desktop app. This action is an attempt to simplify the your user experience with the help of a single application that works with either a keyboard and mouse or a touchscreen. This tutorial continues our series of articles about the Skype for