Skype (/skaɪp/) is a proprietary telecommunications application that specializes in providing VoIP-based videotelephony, videoconferencing, and voice calls. It also has instant messaging, file transfer, debt-based calls to landline and mobile telephones (over traditional telephone networks), and other features. Skype is available on various desktop, mobile, and video game console platforms, and is operated by Skype Technologies, a division of Microsoft.
Get the most out of Skype
Discover why hundreds of millions of people use Skype to chat and call every day.
- Audio and HD video calling
Experience crystal clear audio and HD video in one-to-one or group calls – now with call reactions too. - Smart messaging
Instantly react to any message with fun reactions or use @mentions to grab someone’s attention. - Screen sharing
Easily share presentations, holiday photos, or anything on your screen during a call with integrated screen sharing. - Call recording and Live subtitles
Record Skype calls to capture special moments, note key decisions and use live subtitles to read the words that are spoken. - Call phones
Reach friends who aren’t online with affordable international calling rates to mobiles and landlines. - Private conversations
Keep your sensitive conversations private with industry-standard end-to-end encryption.
Stay productive with Skype
Host a video or an audio conference with up to 100 people, record your calls, enable live captions & subtitles or just simply talk over their smart chat.
Meetings online with just one click
Find out how easy you can to create and join any meeting with Skype. One-click creation without the need to sign in or download the Skype app. Try it out on the web.
Hold an interview on Skype
With Skype’s features, you can ace your interview from anywhere and anytime. Find features suitable for you and rock your interview on Skype.
Connect from anywhere
No matter where you are, stay connected with your friends, family, and colleagues on Skype Web.
Reach those who aren’t on Skype
Call phones at low rates
Call landlines and mobiles from anywhere in the world at great low rates using Skype Credit. Save even more if you call specific destinations using Skype subscriptions.
Get a local phone number
Skype Numbers are available in 25 countries/regions. Pay a flat fee for unlimited incoming calls. Answer your calls on a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Send SMS from Skype
Send text messages directly from Skype. Discover a quick, simple way to connect via SMS online (text messaging) anytime, anywhere with Skype.
