Skype was the 6th most downloaded mobile app of the last decade (2010-2019). Nevertheless, it struggled to stay ahead of the competition in recent years, leading to the announcement of its closure. The application will officially shut down for good on Monday, May 5, 2025.
Dear Skype,
Thank you for all the chats, calls, and smileys throughout the years!
You were the best... 💙
So, what is the best replacement for Skype, and what are the other alternatives?
Best replacement for Skype
Since the Microsoft Corporation owns both Skype and Teams, the tech giant announced that you can easily access Microsoft Teams (free), using only your existing Skype credentials. This also gives you the option to sync your Skype and Outlook contacts, naturally, making Teams the easiest migration alternative.
Just keep in mind, that Microsoft is still migrating the two platforms, and you might encounter temporary errors, or timing-out issues.
Other Skype alternatives:
ULTIMATELY,
The best communication app for you is down to your personal and/ or professional requirements. If you’re after a quick transition to a reliable, cost-free alternative, then at this stage, the free version of Microsoft Teams, is the best replacement for Skype.
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