The fact of the matter is that Microsoft won’t provide any support for older versions of this application. But don’t worry and continue reading this guide to learn how to use older Skype versions even on Windows 8, Window 10 or Windows 7. Normally, Windows won’t allow you to install a Skype version older than Skype 6.13. It will mainly prevent you from signing in as you normally would. But users might not like the new versions of Skype because, for one thing, they will not allow you to block the advertisements in the application. Also, the newer versions of Skype take up a huge part of your Windows 8, Windows 10 memory thus slowing down your computer. Most users have no idea that you can use Skype for Web on unsupported browsers. Learn how to do that from this guide. SPONSORED
How to make old Skype version work in Windows 10, 8, 7
1. Create a backup copy of the old Skype .exe file
2. Use Skype’s config.xml file
Speaking of using old Skype versions, you can download and install the classic Skype for Windows Desktop from Microsoft’s website. There you have two ways on how to continue using your old Skype version. Use the comments section below to let us know if these methods worked for you or not. UPDATE: It seems that using old Skype versions on Windows 10 is going to get more difficult. Microsoft already started pushing users to upgrade to the new Skype version. Many users are also complaining about the constant reminders that there’s a new Skype version in town and they fear that the Redmond giant will force them to upgrade at some point: So, what’s your take on this situation? Are you planning to install the new Skype version in the future? RELATED STORIES TO CHECK OUT:
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