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If you use a phone number to sign up or when you first sign in to Skype with a phone number, people can search for you with your Skype name, phone number, or...
This article is also available for:Skype for WindowsSkype for Mobile This article is for people with visual impairments who use a screen reader program with...
Use this link to sign into your Skype account. Select the option to download your Conversations, Files or both, and then select Submit request. When your...
Skype stores files and photos you've shared, calls you've recorded, and other items for easy access across all of your devices. However, each item has a...
We ask you to verify your phone number so that your friends and family can use that number to connect with you on Skype. Once you verify your phone number, it...
You can block a contact to prevent them from calling you, sending you instant messages and seeing your state in Skype. In addition to blocking a contact, you...
You can add or edit information in your Skype profile such as your location, email, or phone number to make it easier for friends to find you. If you prefer not...
In Skype, your friends and family can talk to you immediately, and you can do the same with them.When someone reaches out to you for the first time, you can...
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...
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...
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...
It has been brought to our attention that our website and services have been blocked by the ISPs in the United Arab Emirates. That means you won't be able to...
Social engineering describes a number of low-tech approaches designed by fraudsters to make you divulge valuable private information or engage in activities...
All Skype-to-Skype voice, video, file transfers and instant messages are encrypted. This protects you from potential eavesdropping by malicious users.If you...
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...
Skype's websites and software are not intended for or designed to attract users under the age of 13. We encourage parents to be involved in the online...
When I use translation on Skype, is my conversation content collected and how is it used?When you use Skype’s translation features, Skype collects and uses...
To remove an instant message: On mobile: Tap and hold the message, then select Remove.On desktop: Right-click the message and select Remove.Note: If you remove...
The following guidance is specific to Skype’s consumer software applications and products. It does not apply to the Skype for Business product and online...
You're ready to install Skype and start chatting when suddenly you’re asked to give your permission to a whole list of things. This might seem a bit troubling,...
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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