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Skype Credit can be used to make calls to mobile phones or landlines and to send SMS messages.

What is Skype Credit?

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Skype Credit, which allows you to make calls to phones and send SMS messages, can no longer be purchased.

Can I use Skype without Skype Credit?

Skype calling will still be available even though Skype Credit is no longer available for purchase.

To use the feature, you’ll need to a have aSkype monthly calling subscription.

Skype on Windows

Skype still supports calling mobile phones or landlines, but you now need a paid subscription.

Those plans vary in price depending on where you want to call.

It’s unclear if the change to Skype Credit affects SMS messaging through Skype.

A support document about Skype Credit explains that the credits can be used to send SMS text messages.

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At the moment, the Skype Credit webpage does not mention SMS functionality.

Some parts of the Skype website still refer to Skype Credit as if credits can still be purchased.

It has been confirmed, however, that Skype Numbers are no longer available for purchase.

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