No adware, spyware or malware
Skype is totally safe from these pesky blighters.
Skype protects and maintains your online security and peace of mind. This means that it will not display unwanted and intrusive advertising, or allow any malware or spyware to operate.
No adware – no intrusive adverts.
No spyware – nothing logs your online activity.
No malware – no programs that could adversely affect your computer.
What is adware?
Adware is a type of software that makes money by automatically delivering unwanted advertisements usually as pop-ups. Normally it is very hard, if not impossible, to turn off the adware causing the problem.
Because you always have the ability to turn advertising messages off on the Skype software, we believe Skype is free of adware.
What is spyware?
Spyware is a type of software that automatically installs itself on your computer, usually without your knowledge, and covertly collects and transmits data about your computer use. For example, spyware may monitor a user’s behaviour and pass on details of a their online activity (for example, their usernames or passwords) to a third party for use in identity theft and fraud.
Skype does not allow any spyware to be included.
What is malware?
Malware (or malicious software) relates to software that is designed to infiltrate or damage a computer operating system or other programs. These are often described as computer viruses, worms, or Trojan horses. They sometimes come combined with other software and load in the background.
Skype never allows any other programs to be installed unless you are clearly informed of their presence.
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