# Skype Shutdown: Simple Guide to Save Your Number

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/skype-shutdown-simple-guide-to-save-your-number/306872>\
**Category:** Tutorials & Methods\
**Tags:** tools, privacy, technology\
**Created:** [June 19, 2025, 7:22am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/skype-shutdown-simple-guide-to-save-your-number/306872 "2025-06-19T07:22:38Z")\
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**Post date:** [June 19, 2025, 7:22am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/skype-shutdown-simple-guide-to-save-your-number/306872/1 "2025-06-19T07:22:38Z")

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## What’s Happening?

Skype is officially shutdown in May 2025.  
Anyone using Skype-in numbers (your own phone number on Skype) will lose access unless the number is moved to another service.

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 ![image](https://onehack.st/uploads/default/original/3X/2/7/27fdf42e0871b78c53fab94f86f29d1a0cfb5b12.jpeg)

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## What Most People Used Skype For

- Keeping a US or Canadian number while living abroad
- Receiving text messages (2FA codes from banks, apps)
- Calling 1-800 numbers or landlines from a laptop
- Showing a real caller ID when calling someone
- Staying reachable without roaming charges

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## What Needs to Be Done

> Move (or “port”) the Skype number to another app before it’s too late.

The new app should:

- Accept number porting from Skype
- Support 2FA text messages
- Let you make and receive calls
- Work on mobile **and** desktop
- Be cheap or pay-as-you-go

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## Quick Action Plan

**Step 1:** Pick a new service  
**Step 2:** Sign up and set a temp number (if needed)  
**Step 3:** Use your Skype number and PIN `0000` to request transfer  
**Step 4:** Wait 2–5 days  
**Step 5:** Test SMS and calls  
**Done!** Your number is safe.

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## Best Services That Actually Work

| App/Service | Monthly Cost | Keeps Your Number | 2FA Texts | Works on Computer? |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **Tossable Digits** | $3.49/month | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (Web + App) |
| **NumberBarn** | $6/month | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Web Only |
| **Zoom Phone** | $10/month | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| **OpenPhone** | $10/month | ✅ Yes (Canada) | ❓ Maybe | ✅ Yes |
| **KeepCalling** | Starts $2 PAYG | ❌ No | ❓ Maybe | ✅ Yes |
| **Fongo** | Free + extras | ❓ Maybe | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (Canada) |

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## Services That Don’t Work with Skype Numbers

| Service | Why Not |
| --- | --- |
| Hushed | Won’t accept Skype number |
| Google Voice | Won’t accept Canadian or Skype numbers |
| MagicJack | Doesn’t support port-in or SMS on desktop |
| Sonetel | Can’t send texts, just email forwards |

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## If You Need to Use 2FA (Text Code Login)

Use one of these:

- Tossable Digits (confirmed working)
- NumberBarn
- Zoom Phone
- Tello or Mint Mobile (need Wi-Fi or local SIM)
- MagicJack (works with some banks)

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## Need to Use a Computer (Not Just an App)?

These are the only ones that work well:

| Works on Desktop? | Try This |
| --- | --- |
| ✅ Yes | Zoom Phone, Viber, OpenPhone |
| ✅ Yes | KeepCalling, VirtualPBX |
| ❌ No | Hushed, MagicJack App only |

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## For Special Needs

| Situation | Suggested Option |
| --- | --- |
| Cheap calling to USA/Canada | KeepCalling, Yolla |
| Call 1-800 numbers from abroad | KeepCalling, Zoom |
| Need a Canadian number overseas | OpenPhone, Tossable |
| Just want to keep number alive | NumberBarn, Tossable |
| Want to receive bank OTP or SMS codes | Tossable, Zoom, Tello |

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## Watch Out For These

- Not all apps support SMS from banks (shortcodes)
- Some won’t let you keep your Skype number
- Some block accounts for using “bad” words
- Many don’t have desktop access—only mobile
- Prices may look cheap but have hidden limits

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## Helpful Links

- [Tossable Digits](https://www.tossabledigits.com)
- [Zoom Phone](https://zoom.us/pricing/zoom-phone)
- [NumberBarn](https://www.numberbarn.com)
- [KeepCalling](https://blog.keepcalling.com/news/the-best-skype-alternative-why-keepcalling-is-your-go-to-choice/)
- [Porting Guide (Microsoft)](https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/skype/forum/all/how-to-port-my-number-out-of-skype-in-the-us/ec19c392-fb5c-4ec6-a912-71ed5800cf30)
- [Skype Shutdown Notice](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/skype/skype-is-retiring-in-may-2025-what-you-need-to-know-2a7d2501-427f-485e-8be0-2068a9f90472)

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## Final Reminder

After May 2025:

- Skype-in numbers will be gone
- SMS codes (2FA) won’t reach you
- Bank logins might break
- You may lose access to important apps

**Best solution:** Move the number now and update it in all your accounts.

Don’t wait. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.

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