Skype.exe file damaged

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The Skype.exe file is corrupt - not a message you want to see after starting your computer. To still be able to use the application, take a look at the following steps.

To repair the Skype.exe file

  1. Start by restarting the computer. In many cases this can help so that the program starts correctly.
  2. Go ahead and reinstall Skype. Don't worry, yours contacts are not lost here. Go to the Control Panel, then under "Programs" to "Uninstall a program". Find Skype from the list. Click on it and then select the "Uninstall" button at the top.
  3. Download Skype from the official Skype page new down. Since you will receive this directly from the developers, the file should not be damaged and should allow an error-free setup.
  4. If you continue to have problems, check for updates for your computer. You can find this under "Windows Update" in the control panel. If important updates are available, install them.
  5. Start the Task Manager by right-clicking on the taskbar. Search for Skype.exe there, click on the entry and exit. Then try to start Skype again.
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What to do if Skype is damaged

  • A Skype that is not running smoothly suggests a virus attack. See the article on the Virus removal and check your system. If you do find a pest, remove it. Then you should download Skype.exe, uninstall the previous version and set it up again. This will ensure that the files are clean and not damaged.
  • If Skype is still not working, antivirus programs or firewalls could be the problem. Turn it off, then try starting Skype again. If this solves the problem, check the settings of the programs. There should be a filter here that you can use to include Skype as an exception.

If none of the steps above help, start a thread in the Skype community. To get help quickly, mention all of the steps mentioned (reinstallation, Skype directly from Skype website, Internet connection checked, virus removed, Windows updated).

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