Skype

Quickly create & join Skype meetings

Skype Chrome Extension: Instant Video Calls & Meetings

"Skype" is a handy Chrome extension designed to streamline your online communication. With its recent update, you can now instantly create free video calls on Skype, with or without a Skype account. Whether you are initiating the call or joining one, the process is faster and more straightforward than ever! Customize your meeting details and share your link with others to join, or simply enter a meeting link to join a pre-existing call. All the functionality of Skype is now directly accessible within your browser. Visit https://www.skype.com/en/free-conference-call/ to learn more about this convenience-enhancing tool.
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Extension stats

Users: 3,000,000+
Rating: 3.47
(6,499)
Version: 10.2.0.9952 (Last updated: 2022-05-12)
Creation date: 2017-12-01
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • cookies
  • https://web.skype.com/
Size: 728.06K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Skype (v8.134.0.202)
4.42 (11,738,182) 2,109,671,661+
Not available on Firefox
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Extension summary

The latest update of the Skype extension gives you the ability to instantly create free video calls on Skype, with or without a Skype account.

Create a call Want to quickly create a Skype call and have your friends join you? Creating a call has never been easier and quicker! You can customise your meeting name and avatar and invite others by sharing the meeting link.

Join a call Already have a link? Enter the meeting link and join the call instantly, directly in your browser.

To learn more, go to https://www.skype.com/en/free-conference-call/

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Easy to use
  • Simple uninstall process
Cons
  • Doesn't work well on Chromebook
  • Recent updates have limited functionality, focusing too much on meetings
  • Users can no longer log in or access previous conversations easily
Most mentioned
  • Issues with the latest update preventing normal chat functionality
  • Problems with accessing Skype on Chromebook
  • General dissatisfaction with changes made to the app
User reviews
by Tayyab Usman, 2024-12-05

for immediate assistance, you can reach out Skype customer service at ₁ ⁸⁰⁴ ⁶⁰⁶ ⁸₇₀₈
by Javed Ali, 2024-11-22

update to manifest 3 ty
by Coot Master, 2024-08-03
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Skype requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Skype has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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