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Find people you know on Skype
The more people you add as contacts, the more people you can talk to, free.
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Try group video
Trial group video free for 7 days. Smile, share, collaborate and create with three or more of you on the same video call.
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Step 1
Click 'Save File' to save the Skype Setup Application.
Step 2
Click the SkypeSetup file in the Downloads window.
Step 3
Follow the simple steps in the Setup Wizard to complete the installation.
Step 4
Open Skype and sign in with your Skype Name and password.
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Skype To Go numbers
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Manage Skype in your business
Allocate credit and start saving money across your business with Skype Manager.
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Tips and tricks for Skype for Windows
There are lots of shortcuts to help you save time when navigating Skype for Windows. Visit our tips and tricks page for more.
No emergency calls with Skype
Skype is not a replacement for your telephone and can't be used for emergency calling
