Support for Skype versions 7 and below is ending
On November 1, 2018, Skype 7 support will end on desktop devices, and on November 15, 2018, it will end on mobile devices and tablets.
What does end of support mean for me?
Skype versions 7 and below no longer receive security updates from Microsoft or technical support. To continue using Skype, you must upgrade to the most recent version. In the coming months, you will need to update if you have not already.
After November, support will no longer be provided for:
- Using older Skype versions may be possible for a short while, but we recommend updating today to avoid interruptions.
- Only account and billing questions will be handled by customer support for versions 7 and below.
Visit our update FAQ to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do old versions of Skype still work?
You must update your Skype version if you are still using an older version. Besides that, it is likely that Skype itself won’t last much longer either. There has been a lot of damage done to it by Teams & Zoom.
How many versions of Skype are there?
Here’s a comparison of the nine different Skype versions.
What version of Skype is compatible with Windows 7?
The currently latest Skype 8.56. 0.103 version works well on Windows 7 computers.
How do I install an older version of Skype on Android?
How can i install the old Skype classic version?
- Visit https://www.skype.com/en/get-skype/ to get Skype
- The blue download button has a drop-down arrow.
- Please select the Get classic Skype option.
- Once the program has been downloaded, run it.
What is the current version of Skype for Windows?
The new version of Skype for Windows, Mac, Web, and Linux is version 8.87. 0.406, and Skype for Windows 10 & 11 8.87. 0.406/Microsoft Store Version 15.87. 406.0 will be available on August 8, 2022, and will be rolled out gradually throughout the coming weeks.
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