Privacy and security | Abuse and spam

• My Skype account may be restricted, locked, or compromised

  If you're unable to sign in, or you've signed in but are unable to use some Skype services, the following information may help.Why was my account restricted...

• How do I report abuse on Skype?

  When you receive a notification to add a contact, you can add, ignore or block the person. You can also block an existing contact at any time. If you choose to...

• What is social engineering?

  Social engineering describes a number of low-tech approaches designed by fraudsters to make you divulge valuable private information or engage in activities...

• Can I still use Skype if my account has been suspended for subscription abuse?

  If you have received an email telling you that your account has been suspended for subscription abuse, you can continue to make free Skype calls and send...

• 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...