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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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The more people you add as contacts, the more people you can talk to, free.
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Call a friend now to try out free one-to-one video. All you need is a webcam.
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Get a headset with headphones and microphone combined. It's the easiest way to get great sound quality on calls. View headsets

Call and text phones

Make face-to-face video calls from your computer with a webcam. There's a wide range to choose from. Find a webcam

Call and text phones

Take Skype with you on your mobile when you're out and about. Get Skype on your mobile

There are lots of shortcuts to help you save time when navigating Skype for Windows. Visit our tips and tricks page for more.

Skype is not a replacement for your telephone and can't be used for emergency calling