Microsoft has officially discontinued Skype, marking the end of its more than 20-year journey as a leading video and messaging platform.
Gatekeepers News reports the company had previously announced on February 28 that users should transition to Microsoft Teams in order to keep their contacts and chat histories.
In a post on X on Monday, Skype confirmed the move, describing it as the end of an era for the platform that connected people globally for nearly 22 years.
“I have Skype credit/subscription on my account, can I still use it after May 5th? Yes! Your Skype Credit and calling subscription doesn’t go anywhere; you can use it through msft.it/6017Sp6Ux or Microsoft Teams Free,” Skype said.
“Simply log in, and you can use your paid services as before.”
Microsoft said users have until January 2026 to transition or migrate their data before permanent deletion, adding that the decision aligns with its goal of streamlining communication tools.
It also confirmed that Skype credits and call subscriptions will no longer be sold to new customers.
