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title: "I used to Skype now it is disabled. Why?"  
description: "I used to Skype now it is disabled. Why?"  
author: "Lily Chitlangiya"  
published: 2021-12-08  
updated: 2023-06-16  
canonical: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/94334/i-used-to-skype-now-it-is-disabled-why  
category: "troubleshooting"  
tags: ["skype", "troubleshooting"]  
reading_time: 2 minutes  

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# I used to Skype now it is disabled. Why?

I used to Skype [now](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/84635/want-to-buy-a-laptop-for-gaming-purposes-check-the-list-now) it is disabled. Why?

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## Answers

### Answer by Mark John

## There are a few reasons why your Skype might be disabled. Here are a few possibilities:

Your account might have been banned or **suspended**. If you have violated [Skype's terms of service](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/94345/what-is-skype-and-how-do-you-access-and-use-it), your account may have been banned or suspended. This could happen for a variety of reasons, such as sending spam, abusive language, or harassment. If you think your account has been banned or suspended in error, you can contact Skype support for help.\
Your account might have expired. **Skype** accounts are free to create, but they do expire after a certain period of time. If you haven't used your account in a while, it may have expired. To **reactivate** your account, you'll need to sign in and update your payment information.\
Your computer might not meet the **minimum requirements for Skype**. Skype has certain minimum system requirements that must be met in order to run properly. If your computer doesn't meet these requirements, Skype may not work or may not work properly. To check if your [computer](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/324851/5-things-you-need-to-know-before-buying-an-ssd) meets the minimum requirements, you can visit the Skype website.\
Your firewall or antivirus software might be **blocking** Skype. Firewalls and antivirus software can sometimes block Skype from working properly. If you're having trouble using Skype, try disabling your firewall or antivirus software and see if that resolves the issue.\
If you've checked all of these possibilities and you're still having trouble using Skype, you can contact Skype support for help.

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## Here are some additional tips for troubleshooting Skype problems:

Restart your **computer**. This can often fix minor problems with **Skype**.\
Update your drivers. Outdated drivers can sometimes cause problems with Skype. You can update your drivers manually or use a driver update **tool**.\
Reinstall Skype. If you've tried all of the above and you're still having **trouble**, you can try reinstalling Skype. This will remove any corrupted files that might be causing the problem.


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