After over two decades of connecting people worldwide, Microsoft has announced that Skype will officially shut down on May 5, 2025. Once the leader in internet-based video calling, Skype will be retired as Microsoft focuses its efforts on Microsoft Teams (Free), which offers enhanced communication and collaboration features.
Launched in 2003, Skype became a household name, transforming how people connected globally through video calls, instant messaging, and file sharing. However, with the rise of competitors like Zoom and Google Meet, Skype’s relevance began to diminish, prompting Microsoft to make this strategic shift.
While Skype will be officially retired, users can transition to Microsoft Teams seamlessly. Existing Skype users will be able to log into Teams with their Skype credentials, ensuring that their chats, contacts, and message histories are preserved.
Microsoft has already ceased new purchases of Skype Credit, subscriptions, and Skype Numbers, signaling the gradual phasing out of the platform. Existing Skype services will remain operational until the end of their billing cycles.
As Skype bids farewell, its legacy in transforming digital communication will remain a significant part of the tech world.