1. Change your Skype Display Name on Computer Browser
  • Launch your preferred web browser by locating the icon and clicking on it. Also, you should ensure you have a stable internet connection for the process to take a shorter time.
  • On the open browser, navigate to Skype’s official website through this hyperlink https://www.skype.com/. Alternatively, you can click on the link to get redirected to the Skype website. If that does not work for you, type in the link in the URL bar and tap on the “Enter” button on your keyboard.
  • If you’re automatically signed in, skip this step. If not, you should log in to your Skype account by clicking on the “Sign In” button located in the upper right corner. After that, use the email address registered with the Skype account and the correct password to gain access to your account.
  • While in your account, click on your name located on the upper right corner of the page. By doing so, a dropdown menu will open. If you were not automatically signed into Skype, skip this and the following step.
  • From the drop-down menu that opens, click on the “My Account “option at the top of the list near the drop-down menu.
  • Next, scroll down to the contact details section through the blue column on the left side of the page and click on the “Edit profile” option. By doing so, your profile page will open.
  • Next, locate the “Edit profile” button in the upper right of the page and click on it.
  • After doing that, enter the new names in the provided boxes.
  • Finally, click on the green “Save” button located toward the upper right corner of the screen and then click on the “Ok” to confirm the changes. By doing that, your changes will be applied. When you log out and sign in again, you should be able to see your new name.

NOTE: It’s essential to understand that this method doesn’t apply to Skype accounts created before Microsoft acquired Skype and started linking their services to Skype. Also, it is crucial to know that this change occurs only on your Skype display name, and not on the username or Skype ID.

  1. Change Skype Display Name on PC and Mac App
  • Locate your Skype app program icon on your computer and click on it to get it launched. For the process to be faster, ensure you’re connected to a stable internet connection.
  • If already logged in, you should get to your Skype account homepage. If not, log in to your Skype account by clicking on the “Sign In” button. After that, use the email address registered with the Skype account and the correct password to gain access to your account.
  • Next, click on your Skype Display Name or profile photo found on the upper left corner of your computer’s screen.
  • Having done that, select the “Skype Profile” located under the “MANAGE” section. By doing that, another menu will open.
  • Locate the pencil icon on the upper right side of the screen next to your profile image and click on it to edit your display name.
  • Enter your preferred new name in the spaces provided. Enter the first name in the first box with the “First name” labeled on its left side.  After that, enter the second name in the box below the first name.
  • Tap on the “Enter” button on your keyboard to effect the changes. Alternatively, you can click on the “Return” or click on the checkmark found on the left side of the text box. If you make a mistake in the course, you can redo the process. And that’s much of it.
  1. Change Skype Display Name on iPhone & iPad
  • Locate the Skype app icon on the home screen of your iPhone or iPad and tap on it to get it launched. If you’re already logged in, doing that will take you to your Skype account’s page. If not yet, you should log in to your Skype account by tapping on the “Sign In” button. After that, use the email address, username, or phone associated with the Skype account and the correct password to gain access to your account.
  • Tap on the circular “Profile image” on the upper part of the screen. Doing that prompts your profile menu to open.
  • On the profile page, tap on the “Edit” icon that resembles a pencil located on the upper right side of the screen.
  • Type in your preferred name using the displayed on-screen keyboard.
  • Next, tap on the checkmark icon found to the right side of your name. By doing that, your display name on Skype will change on your Skype and other platforms.
  1. Change Skype Display Name on Android Phones & Tablets
  • Locate the Skype app icon and tap to launch it. Login with your details if prompted.
  • On your Skype account page, tap on your profile image located on the upper part of the page to see more options.
  • After that, tap on the geared settings icon to open more options.
  • Next, tap on the pencil-like icon on the upper pane to change your name.
  • Change your name by typing in your preferred new name using the displayed on-screen keyboard.
  • Next, tap on the checkmark icon found on the right side of your Skype name. By doing that, your display name on Skype will change on your Skype and other platforms.
  • Troubleshoot by signing out and then signing in to confirm if the change is fully effected. If you err in the process, you can repeat the procedure, and your display name will change to your preferred name. But this will not change your username or Skype ID.

TIP: Even though you’re allowed to use fuzzy names on Skype, funny names can be down-pining and embarrassing when you use your Skype for official interviews. Therefore, if you intend to use your Skype account for some official duties, it’s essential to have a decent display name to avoid being mistaken to be the ‘Bad guy’ during formal interactions on Skype.

  1. Change Skype Display Name on Skype for Business
  • Log in to “Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC).” You should have the administrative permission to the “Active Directory OU” for you to change the display name.
  • Next, get properties on the “user object”.
  • Make changes in the field labeled as “Display name” by removing the existing name and replacing it with a new one.

NOTE: Bosses always assign display names that appear on Skype for business during account creation. Therefore, it would not be easy for any employee to change the display name in such an account. However, the display name can get replaced by the IT expert of the department using the three steps highlighted above.

How To Change Skype Username

  1. Change Skype Username on Web Browser 

Launch your preferred web browser. Also, you should ensure you have a stable internet connection for the process to take a shorter time.

On your browser, head to skype.com by clicking on the hyperlink provided. If that doesn’t work, tap or click on the address bar located close to the upper margin of the screen. In the address bar, type in https://www.skype.com/ and then hit on the “Enter” key or button to get to the Skype page.

If you’re automatically signed in, skip this step. If not, click on the “Sign In” button located in the upper right corner. After that, use the email address registered with the Skype account and the correct password to gain access to your account.

While in your account, click on your name located on the upper right corner of the page. By doing so, a dropdown menu will open. If you were not automatically signed into Skype, skip this and the following step.

From the drop-down menu that opens, click on the “My Account” option at the top of the list near the drop-down menu.

Next, scroll down to the contact details section through the blue column on the left side of the page and click on the “Edit profile” option. By doing so, your profile page will open.

Locate the “Edit profile” button in the upper right corner of the page and click on it. The button is positioned on the right side of the “Change Password” button.

Having done that, enter the new username, probably a new email linked to Microsoft account. It’s important to note that using a new Microsoft account will make you lose your data on Skype. Therefore, you should create a backup if you will need to use some of the data with the new username.

Finally, click on the green “Save” button located toward the upper right corner of the screen.

Confirm by clicking on the “Ok” to confirm the changes. By doing that, your changes will be applied.

NOTE: Changing Skype Username is only possible by switching the email. Also, changing your username to a newly created one may result in loss of data, and you may end up starting again on Skype. In Addition to that, the procedure is only feasible on Skype accounts created after 2011 onwards after Microsoft acquired Skype.

  1. Change Skype Display Username on iPhone & iPad
  • Locate the Skype app icon on the home screen of your iPhone or iPad and tap on it to get it launched. Tap the “Sign In” button if prompted and feed-in correct login details to gain access to your account.
  • Tap on the circular “Profile picture” on the upper part of the screen. Doing that prompts your profile menu to open.
  • On the profile page, tap on the “Edit” icon that resembles a pencil located on the upper right side of the screen.
  • Type in your newly created username using the on-screen keyboard.
  • Next, tap on the checkmark icon found on the right side of your Skype name. By doing that, your display name on Skype will change.
  1. Change Skype Username on Android Phones & Tablets
  • Locate the Skype app icon on the home screen of your android phone or tablet and tap to launch it. Log in if prompted and get to your account’s page.
  • On your Skype account page, tap on your circular profile image located on the upper part of the page.
  • After that, tap on the geared settings icon to open more options.
  • Next, tap on the pencil-like “Edit” icon on the upper pane to change your username.
  • Change your username by typing in your new Microsoft email using the displayed on-screen keyboard. It’s vital to understand that changing your username will lead to loss of your Skype contacts and other essential data.
  • Next, tap on the checkmark icon found on the right side of your Skype name. By doing that, your username will change.
  • Troubleshoot by signing out and then signing in to confirm if the change is fully effected. If you err in the process, you can repeat the procedure, and your Skype username will change to a new one.

TIP: Even though fluffy, you’re allowed to use fuzzy usernames on Skype, funny names can be down-pining and embarrassing when you use your Skype for official interviews. Therefore, if you intend to use your Skype account for official duties, it’s pretty good to have a decent or formal name for easy identification.

Can you change your Skype ID?

Your Skype ID is a unique name associated with your account, which can‘t be changed. To find what your Skype ID is, you just need to open your Skype profile. You can do this both on your desktop, and in the mobile app for iPhone and Android.

Why can’t I edit my Skype name?

You can’t change your username because it’s permanent but you can change your display name. Click on your profile picture then scroll down and you’ll see your username and email address. Click on your profile picture if you want to change it.

How do I choose my Skype ID?

You can’t choose your own Skype Name but you can choose and change your Profile Name, sometimes called Display Name. Your Microsoft account / Skype username or login name is typically your email address or phone number. Skype Name is no longer so important.

Why is my Skype name so weird?

You can change only the name over the “weird” name that you say. Go to https://www.skype.com/en/ sing in and scroll down to settings and preferences. There you can change your display name.

Why is my Skype name numbers?

3. Why Does My Skype Name Have Random Numbers. You can create a Skype account with either your email or phone number. If your Skype name has only numbers and characters, it’s because your Skype account was created with your phone number.

Is Skype ID and Skype name the same?

Your Skype Name is the username that was created when you first joined Skype that may have been autogenerated for you. However, you can change your Skype Display Name which is shown in search results along with your Skype Name (unique identifier). Learn more about how to change your Skype Display name.

How can I call using Skype ID?

To change to your Skype Number if you had Caller ID enabled with another number:
  1. Sign in to your account.
  2. In the Manage features section, click Caller ID.
  3. From the bulleted list displayed, select the Skype Number that you want to use as your Caller ID.
  4. Click Save Settings. Your Caller ID is now set and ready to go.

How can I connect my Skype ID?

How do I sign in to Skype?
  1. Open Skype and click or tap Skype name, email or phone.
  2. Enter your Skype name, email or phone and select Sign in.
  3. Enter your password and select the arrow to continue. You’re now signed in to Skype.

How can I use Skype Live ID?

Launch the Skype Desktop app. At the top left of the screen where you have your profile picture and name, click on either your profile picture or name to open up the menu. Click on “Skype Profile.” On the profile page that opens up, your ID is listed in front of the heading, “Skype Name.”

How do I look up my Skype name?

How do I find new contacts in Skype?
  1. From the top of your window, select.
  2. In the Search Skype field, type the name, Skype name, email, or phone number of the person you want to chat with.
  3. Select your friend from the search results and you will be taken to a conversation window.
  4. Type a message and select the Send.

Can I use Skype without a Microsoft account?

Share All sharing options for: You can now use Skype without an account. Microsoft is making Skype a little easier to use without the need for a full account. While Skype has allowed group chats with guests, Microsoft is now enabling all of Skype’s audio and video calling features to be used without an account.

Can I delete my Skype account and create a new one?

If you haven’t updated or migrated the Skype account you want to delete to a Microsoft account, then you will need to go through it before deleting the account. You may use a different Microsoft account (Dummy email address) if you don’t want your Microsoft account to be deleted.

Do both parties need Skype for it to work?

Users download the Skype software to their computers and they then use the internet to connect to each other anywhere in the world. It works for voice and video, provided both computers have fast enough connections. So the person I’m calling needs a computer too? No, but if both parties are using Skype calls are free.

What is my Skype name if I have a Microsoft account?

Your Skype Name is the username you created when you first joined Skype, other than your email address or phone number. If you sign in with an email address instead, then you have a Microsoft account.

Do I need an account to use Skype?

We’ve made it effortless to give Skype a try – you don’t need an account and you don’t need to download anything. You can chat, make voice or video calls, even share photos, emoticons, and Mojis with your friends. If you don’t, you can join as a guest on Skype for Web on your desktop. Select Join as guest.

Do you have to pay for Skype video calls?

If you are both using Skype, the call is completely free. Users only need to pay when using premium features like voice mail, SMS texts or making calls to a landline, cell or outside of Skype. *Wi-Fi connection or mobile data plan required.