Technology giant Microsofthas decided to officially close the popular communication platform Skype, which has millions of users. As of May 5, 2025, the company announced that the application will end its activities.
Skype is displaced with Microsoft Teams
Microsoft presented Skype, which he bought for $ 8.5 billion in 2011, as a critical platform in individual and institutional communication for users for many years. However, Microsoft Teams, which has become increasingly widespread especially in the business world in recent years, has become the company’s new focal point.
Although Skype is still used by millions of people for business meetings, events and one -on -one talks, Microsoft decided to position Teams as the main communication platform, which offers advanced integration and cooperation features.
The transition process for Skype users begins
Microsoft’s move means that Skype users are directed to Teams in the coming period. The company states that all of the basic features of Skype will be integrated into Teams and a smooth transition process will be provided to users.
As of May 5, 2025, Skype will be completely disabled and users will continue to communicate via Teams at Microsoft ecosystem.