Privacy and security | Privacy settings

• Emergency calling support in Skype for the United States

  Skype now supports emergency calls to 911 in the United States. You can also enable 911 emergency location sharing to permit Skype to automatically capture and...

• How are my contact details used in Skype?

  You can have different contact details in your Skype profile (which is used only in Skype) and your Microsoft account (which you can use with Microsoft products...

• What is diagnostic data and how is it used in Skype?

  Diagnostic data is used to keep Skype secure and up-to-date, detect, diagnose and fix problems, and also make product improvements. This data does not include a...

• How do I remove an instant message or clear a conversation in Skype?

  In Skype you can remove an instant message you've sent in a chat, delete a one-to-one conversation, or clear a group conversation.How do I remove an instant...

• How do I export or delete my Skype data?

  The following information will help you to export or delete specific Skype content.Export, Delete, or Clear Messages and ConversationsTo remove instant messages...

• Can people find me with my phone number in Skype?

  If you use a phone number to sign up or sign in to Skype, or if you have a phone number in your Skype Profile, people can search for you with that phone number...

• How long are files and data available in Skype?

  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...

• Why am I being asked to verify my phone number in Skype?

  Your phone number makes it easier for your friends and family to connect with you in Skype. We ask that you verify your phone number to make sure that it...

• How do I opt out of being visible in Skype search results?

  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...

• Why can anyone contact me in Skype?

  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...

• 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...

• Is Skype blocked in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)?

  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...

• Does Skype use encryption?

  All Skype-to-Skype voice, video, file transfers and instant messages are encrypted. This protects you from potential eavesdropping by malicious users.If you...

• What security measures do you have in place to help protect children on Skype?

  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...

• Skype Translator Privacy FAQ

  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...

• Protecting your online safety, security and privacy

  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...