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  • How do I report someone for abuse in Skype on mobile or tablet?

    When you block a contact, you can also choose to report abuse. Reporting abuse notifies us of spammers so we can stop them in the early stages of their...

  • My Skype account has been restricted or temporarily suspended

    If your account has been restricted from using Skype's paid features, or has been temporarily suspended: Sign into your account from Skype.com. Follow the...

  • How do I report abuse by someone in Skype?

    When you receive a notification to add a contact, you can add, ignore or block the person. If you choose to block them, you are presented with an additional...

  • What should I do if I see abusive behavior on Skype?

    If you feel you're receiving abusive behavior (abuse, threats, blackmail, harassment) on Skype from another Skype user, there are a few steps you should...

  • How can I report unlicensed or inappropriate content?

    If you feel that content is inappropriate or unlicensed, you can report that content as follows: Dailymotion - click Report beneath the video Metacafe –...

  • Can I block unwanted calls to my Skype Number in Skype for Mac OS X?

    If you are receiving unwanted calls to your Skype Number, then you can block certain numbers from calling you. You can do this by adjusting your privacy...

  • What should I do if spam messages or links are sent from my account?

    Some Skype customers have reported that their accounts have been used to send spam instant messages to their contacts. Spam messages include links to sites such...

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