Microsoft will withdraw from Skype in May this year, and Skype will operate until May 5

As reported by Jiemian News, Microsoft announced on February 28th local time that in order to simplify its free communication products and meet customer needs, it will be discontinuing Skype in May 2025 and focusing on Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft stated that during the transition period, users can migrate to Microsoft Teams for free, Teams users can call and chat with Skype users, and Skype users can also call and chat with Teams users. In addition, Skype users can export their Skype data during the transition period. Skype will continue to operate until May 5, 2025.