Can I delete my Skype account without deleting my Microsoft account?

In order for you to delete your Skype account without deleting your Microsoft account, you need to unlink your Microsoft account first. (Disclaimer: It will take some time before the Skype account will be removed from the database.)

Should I delete my Skype account?

If you no longer need/use Skype, you shouldn’t delete it. Deleting your Skype account translates to deleting your Microsoft account. If and when you do, you will no longer have access to all of Microsoft’s services, and the data you have stored on these services will be deleted. There’s just too much to lose.

How long does it take for Skype to delete account?

Your Microsoft account will be closed in 60 days. We wait 60 days before permanently deleting accounts in case you change your mind or need to access something before it’s gone. You can change your mind any time during the 60 days, just sign in to cancel the closure.

Why can’t I delete my Skype account?

But how do you delete Skype if you can’t delete your Microsoft account? Unfortunately, the only way is to minimize your personal information and then delete the app from all your devices. Microsoft won’t let you unlink your account.

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How do I delete multiple Skype accounts?

Unfortunately, Skype accounts cannot be merge as a one account. If you want to close the other accounts, you will need to have access on those and update it one by one to a Microsoft account before you can close the accounts.

How do I delete my Skype login info?

Step 1. Delete your Skype for Business sign-in info. In Skype for Business, click the down arrow next to the gear icon, select File, and then Sign Out. Click Delete my sign-in info.

Can I delete Microsoft account?

Select the Start button, and then select Settings > Accounts > Email & accounts . Under Accounts used by email, calendar, and contacts, select the account you want to remove, and then select Manage. Select Delete account from this device. Select Delete to confirm.

What happens when you delete Skype contact?

In the new Skype, when you deleted a contact, that person will not be able to send a message to you until you accepted the request for the person to be added on your contact list. So if you delete a contact, they will know they have been deleted from your contact list once they try to send a message to you.

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