Microsoft to Sunset Skype, Directing Users to Teams
Microsoft has announced that it will discontinue its video conferencing platform, Skype, after May 2025. The company is shifting its focus to Microsoft Teams, offering a transition path for existing Skype users.
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Microsoft considers Teams a more advanced communication and collaboration platform, encompassing many of Skype’s features like calls, messaging, and file sharing. Teams also provides expanded functionality, including meeting hosting, calendar management, and community building.
What Does This Mean for Skype Users?
During the transition period, Skype users have two main options: migrating to Teams or exporting their data. Microsoft will soon introduce an option for signing into the free version of Teams using Skype credentials. This will automatically integrate existing chats and contacts into the Teams app, allowing users to continue communicating with their Skype contacts until May.
For those who choose not to migrate, Microsoft is offering data export options for chats, contacts, and call history.
Additionally, Microsoft will discontinue paid Skype features for new users, including Skype Credit and subscriptions for international and domestic calls. Existing subscription users can continue until their next renewal period ends. After May 2025, remaining paid users will still be able to access the Skype Dial Pad via the Skype web portal and within Teams.
