20 March, 2025
Is Microsoft Shutting Down Skype? What Business Users Need to Know
While Microsoft hasn’t announced plans to completely shut down consumer Skype, they’ve been steadily shifting focus toward Teams as their primary communication platform. Skype for Business Online was retired in July 2021, and Microsoft’s long-term strategy clearly positions Teams at the center of their communication ecosystem.
Keep Your Business Number When Transitioning
If your business relies on a Skype number, you can port it to another service provider without disruption. Our enterprise-grade hosted telephony service offers a seamless transition process, allowing you to:
- Retain your existing business phone number
- Maintain continuity of service during the transition
- Access enhanced features like call analytics, recording, and CRM integration
- Enjoy improved reliability with 99.99% uptime guarantee
- Scale your communication system as your business grows
Simple Transition Process
- We assess your needs through a quick consultation
- Our team initiates the number porting process
- We set up your new system while your number transfers
- Your team receives brief training on new features
- You go live with zero downtime
Don’t wait for potential Skype service changes. Contact us today to transition your business number to our enterprise-grade hosted telephony solution and ensure uninterrupted communications for your business.