In a shocking move for millions worldwide, Skype—once the titan of video calling—is shutting its doors today after 23 years of connecting loved ones, friends, and colleagues. Microsoft has officially announced that May 5, 2025, marks the end of the road for this iconic service.

What’s Next for Skype Users?

As devotees of Skype brace for the transition, users have a couple of options at their fingertips. They can seamlessly migrate their contacts and chat history to Microsoft Teams or download their existing Skype data to make the switch to an alternative platform of their choice.

Migrating to Microsoft Teams Made Easy

For those ready to embrace the future, migrating to Microsoft Teams is a breeze! Just log into Teams using your Skype credentials, and all your chats and contacts will follow you over. Teaming up with Teams means unlocking robust features tailored for business, including the ability to host video calls with up to 10,000 participants, enhanced security, and integrations with top-notch tools like Office 365 and Trello. Plus, Teams works across all major devices—Android, iOS, Mac, PC, and the web.

Backing Up Your Skype Data

If you prefer exploring other options or just want to safeguard your valuable data, exporting your Skype data is crucial! Follow these straightforward steps to back up your account information, including chats and files: 1. Log into Skype. 2. Click on the three dots beneath your account name. 3. Navigate to Settings > Account & Profile > Your Account. 4. Choose to Export contacts, Caller ID numbers, or your entire chat history. 5. Click Submit Request and, once done, Download your files.

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