Account and profile | Change online status

• How do I change my presence status in Skype?

  From Chats, select your profile picture. Select your current presence status. Select one of the following status options: Active - Let your...

• Who can see my Skype profile and presence status?

  You control who can see your Skype profile information and presence status. Some information is visible to everyone, but you can leave it blank if you don't...

• What are the possible Skype statuses?

  If your presence status is... ActiveHow you appear to othersWhat it means You are online and available to contact.How this status gets set Set automatically...

• What is the difference between a status and a mood message in Skype?

  Your status lets your contacts know if you're available to have a conversation. A mood message is a short, simple message you can add to your profile. It could...