Skype is mentioned in best instant messengers of 2026
Download of Skype 8.150.0.125 was on the developer's website when we last checked. We cannot confirm if there is a free download of this software available. The latest version of the program is supported on PCs running Windows 95/98/2000/XP/XP Professional/Vista/7/8/10/11, both 32 and 64-bit.
Skype is included in Communication Tools. This free tool was originally created by Microsoft. The tool is sometimes referred to as "Skype with Doro212", "Skype Setup", "Skype SDK".
Skype.exe, SkypeLauncher.exe, evaer.exe, SkypeKeyboardUI.exe and SkypeIcon.exe are the most common filenames for this program's installer. This free PC software can deal with the following extension: ".skype". The most popular versions of the Skype 8.65, 8.23 and 8.6. We cannot guarantee that the program is safe to download as it will be downloaded from the developer's website. Before launching the program, check it with any free antivirus software.
From the developer:
Skype is an audio/video calling tool with chat and file sharing features. It allows you to call anyone with a Skype/Outlook account for free. It features a variety of emoticons and video clips that can be sent to your friends while chatting. Skype also allows you to make calls to phone numbers to any country by paying per-minute call charges.
You may want to check out more software, such as Skype Click to Call, Manager for Skype or Skype Voice Changer, which might be similar to Skype.
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