What is Skype?
Calling, seeing, messaging and sharing with others – wherever they are.
This is all free...
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Your Skype account and the latest downloads.
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Video and voice calls to anyone else on Skype.
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Instant messaging and file sharing.
...and you pay for these
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Calls to mobiles and landlines worldwide at low rates.
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Send text messages from just a few pennies.
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Group video calls with up to 10 people.
And that's just the start – discover other great features and do even more.
What you'll need to get started
A webcam so you can let people see you (optional for bad hair days).
An internet connection.*
A computer or mobile device with a microphone and speakers.
Did you know? It doesn't matter what device your contact is using – you can still talk to them on Skype.
Use Skype everywhere
Stay in touch at home, at work or on the go – Skype’s available on
your computer, mobile, tablet, TV and even from your home phone.See all devices
That’s Skype in a nutshell.
Create your account now to get in touch, and stay in touch, with friends, family and colleagues.
