On February 28, 2025, Microsoft introduced that it is retiring services for Skype, the OG video-calling platform. After serving the service, from February to May, today is Skype Closure day. The company stated that Skype will not be available after May 5.
The company post stated, “In order to streamline our free consumer communications services so we will easily adapt to client requirements, we are able to be retiring Skype in May 2025 to focus on Microsoft Teams (unfastened), our modern communications and collaboration hub.”
Skype Closure Today: Things you should know
Today is Skype’s last day, as introduced by Microsoft. This paperwork part of the company approach to streamline its communication services Following the announcement, Microsoft has also discontinued the sale of paid Skype services for new customers, along with Skype Credit and calling plans.
However, current subscribers can hold the usage of their services until the end of their contemporary billing cycle, and any last credit will be accessible even after the platform shuts down.
To ensure easy handover, Microsoft gave customers from February till May 2025 emigrate to Teams. During this time, aid and resources will be made available to help with the transition method. Moving from Skype to Teams might be honest, requiring users to log in with their present Skype credentials.
Skype alternatives
After Skype Closure, its alternatives Microsoft Teams comes to mind. However, in case you do not need to use Microsoft, here are best alternatives to use
- Google Meet
- Zoom
- Slack
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