Request a copy of your files and chat history
Download a copy of your Skype chat history and/or all available files - this includes files that were shared with you or that you shared.
Updated December 2025: We are extending the timeframe you have to export your Skype data until June 2026. Submit your requests to download your data below.
Once your file is available, you’ll find it on this page.
Chat history
Sent and received chat messages
Media
Sent and received images and videos
Export your contacts
Download a list of your Skype Contacts in a CSV file.
Delete your data
Delete your Skype chat, contacts, and free call history. This action will delete all available files, including all files shared with you or by you on Skype. Paid calls history is retained by Microsoft for tax and compliance purposes for up to 10 years. It is automatically deleted after the retention period expires.
Note: There are two types of data that can be deleted -- Data that is moved to Teams Free after you sign in, and data that is not. If you want to remove everything, just select both options and proceed. Learn more.
Delete data that won't be moved to Teams Free
1:1 chat with self, Copilot chat history, Skype to Skype Business chats, Skype to Teams chats
Delete data that has been, or can be, moved to Teams Free
Your chats, contacts and free call history
For a direct link to the message viewer for your export, please download it here.
Visit the support page for more help on extracting and reading exported files.