The alternative is to convert your Messenger account into a separate Skype account by clicking the ‘I’m new to Skype’ button.
The option on the left, labelled ‘I have a Skype account’ will merge your existing Skype account with your existing Messenger account. If you already have a Skype account then you have two options available to you. If you do not already have a Skype account simply click the ‘I’m new to Skype’ button to convert your Messenger account into a Skype account. After logging into your Microsoft Account you will be given two options.
You need to select ‘Microsoft Account’ from the right hand side, which is the account you use for Messenger. You should now see a login screen like the one below: Next, open Skype if it automatically logs you in then log out (‘Skype’ then ‘Sign Out’). If you already have Skype installed, make sure you have the latest version by going to ‘Help’ then ‘Check for Updates’.
What is microsoft messenger upgrade#
After 15 th March 2013 8 th April 2013 all Messenger users will have to upgrade to Skype in order to continue using the services, but don’t worry – the process is fairly simple and we will run through the options (with pictures) below.įirstly you need to make sure you have Skype installed, available here. Messenger is being replaced globally, with the exception of mainland China.Ĭurrently, Messenger users can continue to use Messenger, upgrade to Skype or merge their Messenger account with their Skype account. Only six months ago we wrote an article about Microsoft replacing Hotmail with now Microsoft have announced Windows Live Messenger (previously MSN Messenger) is to be replaced by Skype, which Microsoft bought in 2011.
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