About
Skype is a messaging and video calling app that lets you connect with anyone for free. Make video calls with up to 100 people, send text and voice messages, share your screen, and use ChatGPT within conversations. The app includes Microsoft Copilot, an AI assistant that helps with web browsing, creative tasks, and content generation across your device. Skype also offers optional paid features like a second phone number for privacy, affordable calls to landlines and mobiles worldwide, and personalized news through Skype Channels.
Highlights
- Free video calls with up to 100 participants
- Screen sharing to display your work or content
- Microsoft Copilot AI assistant integrated into chat
- Optional Skype Number for a private second phone line
- Affordable calling to landlines and mobiles worldwide with subscription
Best for
People staying connected with family, friends, and colleagues across distances; teams needing group video conferencing; users seeking an AI assistant for browsing, creative tasks, and content generation within their messaging app.
At a glance
Skype is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 63,086 ratings and is available on iOS and Android — all free to download.
It is developed by Skype Communications S.a.r.l.