You can close your Microsoft account by following these steps:
- Go to our Microsoft account closure page. ...
- Make sure you are signed in to the Microsoft account you want to close and select Next.
- In the Select a reason drop-down list, choose the reason you're closing the account.
- Select Mark account for closure.
- How do I permanently delete my Skype account?
- Can I delete Skype account without deleting Microsoft account?
- Can I delete my Skype account and create a new one?
- What happens if you delete your Skype account?
- Does deleting your Skype account delete messages?
- How do I unlink Microsoft account?
- Can I have a Skype account without a Microsoft account?
- How do I cancel a Skype subscription and get a refund?
- Can you have 2 Skype accounts?
- Why can't I delete my Skype account?
- How can I delete my Skype account without password?
- How do I delete multiple Skype accounts?
How do I permanently delete my Skype account?
How to Delete Skype Account on Desktop (Windows or Mac)
- Launch the Skype application on your desktop.
- Click your Skype Name, at top left corner.
- When a pop up appears, scroll down and click Settings.
- On the right-side panel, scroll down and click Close your account.
- Verify your id and password to proceed.
Can I delete Skype account without deleting 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.)
Can I delete my Skype account and create a new one?
Since Skype is now part of Microsoft product, deleting Skype account will be the same with deleting a Microsoft account. 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.
What happens if you delete your Skype account?
The consequences of closing Skype account
Deleting the account permanently removes any data that was associated with it, including your Skype contacts, purchases and chat history. Microsoft says that it might take up to 30 days for your name to disappear from the Skype directory after the account is closed.
Does deleting your Skype account delete messages?
Your entire chat and files that you shared (as well as those shared with you) on Skype will be permanently erased when you Microsoft deletes your account. You will no longer be able to access old chats, files, and conversations.
How do I unlink Microsoft account?
Click the Start button, and then click Settings. Click Accounts, scroll down, and then click the Microsoft account you would like to delete. Click Remove, and then click Yes.
Can I have a Skype account without a Microsoft account?
Skype now allows users use Skype free service as a guest user, meaning you can now start a chat, make a video or voice call, or transfer files without having to create a Microsoft account or signing in to your Microsoft account. In short, you no longer need to have a Skype account to begin using it.
How do I cancel a Skype subscription and get a refund?
How do I get a Skype refund?
- Use this link to sign into your Skype account profile page.
- From your purchase history, select the order you want a refund for. ...
- Select the Refund button. ...
- Select the Confirm Refund button and we'll automatically issue a refund to the same payment method used to make the purchase.
Can you have 2 Skype accounts?
While it's not possible to run more than one instance of Skype on the same device at the same time, there are still a few ways you can access more than one account at a time: Use multiple devices: Sign into your work account on your PC, and your personal account on your phone for example.
Why can't I delete my Skype account?
Feeling like you can't delete your Skype account? It's because Microsoft has made it incredibly difficult to do so. ... This means that in order to delete your Skype account, you have to delete your entire Microsoft account. When you complete the process, Microsoft will initiate a 60-day grace period.
How can I delete my Skype account without password?
How to delete skype accounts when i can't log in anymore?
- Go to Close your account.
- When you're prompted to sign in to your account, double-check that it's the account you want to delete. ...
- Check that the page shows the correct Microsoft account, and then click Next.
- Read the list, and select the checkboxes to acknowledge you've read each item.
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.