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Skype Won’t Open: 7 Easy Solutions to Start it Again
You might need to uninstall and reinstall Skype to fix this issue
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Skype is one of thetop VoIP-based toolswith excellent features. Unfortunately, like other apps, it has flaws, too, with users reporting that Skype won’t open on their PC.
While various factors can cause this, it is usually easy to fix, as shown in this guide.
Why won’t Skype open?
Listed below are some of the reasons Skype won’t open on Windows 10:
What can I do if Skype won’t open?
1. Rename Skype Folder in Safe Boot mode
Sometimes, Skype might not open because the app folder might be corrupt. The solution is to rename the app and let the app create another one.
2. Grant Skype access to the microphone and camera
Some users have reported that Skype is not opening on Windows 10 because it is not granted the appropriate permission. You need to allow it access to your microphone and camera to fix this issue.
3. Run Skype in compatibility mode
If the Skype version on your PC runs into compatibility issues, it might not open. However, running the app in compatibility mode for older Windows versions should solve the problem.
4. Temporarily disable antivirus and firewall
Sometimes, Skype might not open because your antivirus or firewall blocks it. To be sure this is not the case, you need to disable the security features on your PC temporarily.
If you are using a third-party antivirus, right-click the icon on the taskbar and select the Disable option. Note that you need to re-enable your antivirus and firewall after signing in to Skype.
5. Perform an SFC Scan
The Skype won’t open issue can sometimes be due to faulty or broken system files. Thankfully, you can quickly fix this by running an SFC scan.
If this does not solve the problem, you might need torun a DISM scanand try SFC again.
6. Repair the app
In some cases, the Skype app itself might be faulty, causing it not to open on your PC. The best to do is to repair the app.
7. Reinstall Skype
Sometimes, the Skype won’t open issue might be limited to the app’s Desktop version. Hence, you need to download the specific Windows version.
With this, we can conclude this detailed guide on Skype won’t open issues. You should be able to fix the problem quickly, provided you follow the instructions carefully.
If you are also facingauto sign-in problems on Skype, check our comprehensive guide to fix it.
Feel free to let us know the solution that helped you fix this issue in the comments below.
Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
