Skype for Business

Skype for Business

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Skype for Business: Professional Communication Without Boundaries

Bring your office everywhere with secure instant messaging, high-quality video conferencing, and seamless integration with your Microsoft ecosystem. Stay connected, stay productive, and join any meeting with just one tap.

Publisher

Microsoft Corporation

Category

Business

Downloads

25M+

User Rating

4.2/5

Total Ratings

65K+

Locales

31

Collaboration in Action

Discover the interface used by 25M+ users.

Skype for Business mobile app interface showing an upcoming quarterly review meeting and a list of recent conversations.

Skype for Business mobile app interface showing an upcoming quarterly review meeting and a list of recent conversations.

Meeting schedule interface in Skype for Business showing a list of daily appointments and join buttons

Meeting schedule interface in Skype for Business showing a list of daily appointments and join buttons

Skype for Business instant messaging interface showing a professional chat conversation.

Skype for Business instant messaging interface showing a professional chat conversation.

The Hub for Enterprise Collaboration

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 25M+ users.

📅

Seamless Meeting Integration

Join any conference call or video meeting with a single tap directly from your dashboard—no dial-in codes or IDs required.

👤

Real-Time Team Presence

Identify colleague availability at a glance to reduce communication friction and choose the best moment for a quick IM or call.

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Secure Corporate Mobility

Communicate with total peace of mind using IT-sanctioned security, encrypted conversations, and Active Directory authentication.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

31%
Negative

Summary

The app receives predominantly negative feedback, with many users experiencing critical issues like inability to log in, frequent crashes, and a lack of notifications, particularly in the background or for iOS. Several users also lament the perceived discontinuation or diminished functionality of "Skype for Personal," wishing for its return or noting the app's retirement. While a few express appreciation for Skype's historical role, common complaints include difficulties with meeting functionality, an outdated user interface, and synchronization problems. A recurring problem is the app losing connection in the background and failing to display scheduled meetings, alongside specific issues on iOS 17.4.1 causing errors and preventing updates.

Common Themes

Login & Connection Stability(20)
Skype for Personal Legacy(10)
App Performance(7)
Meeting & Call Functionality(6)
Notification Reliability(5)
Cross-Device Synchronization(3)
User Interface(2)

About the app

Everything you need to know about Skype for Business.

Description

Skype for Business, formerly Lync 2013 for iOS, extends the power of Lync and Skype to your favorite mobile device: voice & video over wireless, rich presence, instant messaging, conferencing, and calling features from a single, easy-to-use interface. Key Features: Initiate a group IM or video conversation and invite additional participants Join, rejoin and initiate a Skype for Business Meeting to communicate and collaborate on amazing ideas Simultaneously view shared content and speaker's video during a conference Control the meeting (mute or remove attendees) and know more about participants’ modalities Look at your upcoming meetings and join via one click Find your recent conversations and pick them up from where you left off Search your contacts by name, email, or phone number Enhanced security via Active Directory Authentication Library Anyone can use the Skype for Business for iOS app when invited to a Skype for Business or Lync 2013 meeting. However, you must have a Skype for Business or Lync account in order to use (and enjoy) the full capability of the Skype for Business app. Also, some functionality might require an update to Lync or Skype for Business Server or might not be available to all users. If you’re not sure about your account status, please contact your IT department. IMPORTANT: THIS SOFTWARE REQUIRES CONNECTIVITY TO VALIDLY LICENSED COPIES OF MICROSOFT LYNC OR SKYPE FOR BUSINESS SERVER OR OFFICE 365 / LYNC ONLINE / SKYPE FOR BUSINESS ONLINE AND WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT IT. UPDATES TO MICROSOFT LYNC SERVER OR SKYPE FOR BUSINESS MAY BE REQUIRED FOR PROPER PERFORMANCE. SOME FUNCTIONALITY MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL COUNTRIES. IF YOU ARE UNSURE ABOUT YOUR COMPANY’S LICENSE TO AND/OR DEPLOYMENT OF LYNC OR SKYPE FOR BUSINESS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR IT DEPARTMENT. SKYPE FOR BUSINESS APP IS ONLY AVAILBLE FOR iOS 8.0 OR GREATER.

Latest Version

6.34.119

Size

80.1 MB

First Released

Mar 12, 2013

Seamless Enterprise Communication, Anywhere

Join meetings with one click and stay connected to your team with IT-approved security. Download Skype for Business to bridge the gap between your desk and your mobile life.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Skype for Business

What is Skype for Business?

Skype for Business extends Lync and Skype capabilities to mobile devices, offering voice, video, instant messaging, conferencing, and calling features from a single interface.

What are the key features of Skype for Business on iOS?

Key features include initiating group IMs and video calls, joining/initiating meetings, viewing shared content, controlling meetings, checking upcoming meetings, finding recent conversations, and searching contacts.

Can I join Skype for Business meetings with the app?

Yes, users can join, rejoin, and initiate Skype for Business meetings directly from the app. Upcoming meetings are visible and joinable with one click.

Does Skype for Business support instant messaging?

Yes, Skype for Business supports instant messaging. Users can initiate group IM conversations and access recent conversations to pick up where they left off.

What are the requirements to use Skype for Business?

A Skype for Business or Lync account is required for full functionality. The app also needs connectivity to licensed Microsoft Lync or Skype for Business Server or Office 365.

What iOS version does Skype for Business support?

The Skype for Business app is only available for devices running iOS 8.0 or greater. This ensures compatibility with the necessary operating system functionalities.

Can I search for contacts in Skype for Business?

Yes, users can search for contacts by name, email, or phone number within the Skype for Business application. This feature is readily available from the main interface.

Does Skype for Business support video conferencing?

Yes, Skype for Business supports video conferencing. Users can initiate group video conversations and simultaneously view shared content and speaker's video during a conference.

How does Skype for Business enhance security?

Skype for Business enhances security through Active Directory Authentication Library. This provides a robust authentication mechanism for user accounts, protecting communications and data.

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