FIX: Windows 10/11 Firewall is blocking Skype [SIMPLE GUIDE]

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Windows Firewallcomes pre-installed with the Windows OS and offers extra layer protection again malware and other threats. However, at times this protection program can create issues with VoIP services likeSkype.

Some users have reported the WindowsFirewallis blocking skypeapplicationor some functionalities of theappon theMicrosoft Answers forum.

Myfirewallis blocking some features ofSkype. What do I have to do to allow access so I can useSkype?

Fix this by following the steps below.

How do I allow Skype through my Firewall on Windows 10?

1. Add Skype to Exception List in Firewall

Learn what exact program or port is blocked by Firewall in this dedicated guide.

FIX: Windows 10/11 Firewall is blocking Skype [SIMPLE GUIDE]

FIX: Windows 10/11 Firewall is blocking Skype [SIMPLE GUIDE]

How do I allow Skype through my Firewall on Windows 10?

1. Add Skype to Exception List in Firewall

2. Change Network Location Awareness Properties

3. Issues with Third-party firewall

FIX: Windows 10/11 Firewall is blocking Skype [SIMPLE GUIDE]#

How do I allow Skype through my Firewall on Windows 10?#

1. Add Skype to Exception List in Firewall#

2. Change Network Location Awareness Properties#

3. Issues with Third-party firewall#

FIX: Windows 10/11 Firewall is blocking Skype [SIMPLE GUIDE]

How do I allow Skype through my Firewall on Windows 10?

1. Add Skype to Exception List in Firewall

2. Change Network Location Awareness Properties

3. Issues with Third-party firewall