Microsoft officially retired Skype on May 5, 2025, transitioning users to Microsoft Teams as its primary communication platform. The company had announced the shutdown in February, offering existing subscribers continued service until their billing cycle ends. Users can migrate their data and sign in to Teams using existing Skype credentials, with key features and enhanced collaboration tools now available.
Microsoft officially retired Skype on May 5, 2025, transitioning users to Microsoft Teams as its primary communication platform. The company had announced the shutdown in February, offering existing subscribers continued service until their billing cycle ends. Users can migrate their data and sign in to Teams using existing Skype credentials, with key features and enhanced collaboration tools now available.