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Skype is a preferred software for chat, messaging, calling, video calls, and more among Vietnamese users. While Skype doesn't explicitly provide an option to use multiple accounts simultaneously on a computer, don't worry. Instead of repeatedly logging in and out, now, with a few small tricks, you can use multiple Skype accounts at the same time on your computer.
Tips to help you log in with multiple Skype accounts simultaneously
Discover various methods applicable to Windows computers, MAC, and Linux to log in with 2 or more Skype accounts, simultaneously chat with multiple Skype nicknames on one computer. For Skype on devices like iPhone, iPad, or Android, you can apply method 1 as described below. If you find it helpful, bookmark this article for quick reference.
Ways to Use Multiple Skype Accounts Simultaneously
1. Log in with Multiple Skype Accounts on the Web
This is the simplest way for you to use multiple Skype accounts on the same computer. Just log in with multiple Skype accounts on the web browser. Using Skype on the browser, users can not only chat, send messages, and share files but also communicate through voice and video calls.
Simply access the address Web.skype.com or directly click HERE
- You can open multiple login sessions if you want to access multiple Skype accounts simultaneously. Then, proceed with the regular login steps and follow any prompts from the software (if applicable).
- Another method is to open the private browsing mode for the second account onwards and then proceed with the login.
- Alternatively, open the pre-installed browsers on your computer, such as Chrome, Firefox, Coc Coc, etc., to log in with multiple Skype accounts on the web.
2. Log in with Multiple Skype Accounts on Windows
In this login method, you will open the Skype application normally for the account you want to log in for the first time.
Step 1: To open the second Skype app on your Windows computer, press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run window. Next, copy the command line below and paste it into the empty field in the Run section, then press Enter.
* For Windows 32 bits
Copy or type the command: C:\Program Files\Skype\Phone\Skype.exe /secondary or C:\Program Files\Microsoft\Skype for Desktop\Skype.exe /secondary into the provided field as shown in the image below:
* For Windows 64 bits
Copy or type the command: 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Skype\Phone\Skype.exe' /secondary or C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Skype for Desktop\Skype.exe /secondary into the provided field as shown in the image below:
Step 2: Immediately, another Skype interface will appear for you to log in. You can repeat this process to open a third, fourth... instance of Skype to log in with multiple accounts simultaneously.
3. Log in with Multiple Skype Accounts on Mac OS
For MAC users, initiate the Terminal window and enter the following code:
open -na /Applications/Skype.app --args -DataPath /Users/$(whoami)/Library/Application\ Support/Skype2
If you wish to launch a third, fourth... Skype window, simply replace the 'Skype2' in the line above with 'Skype3', 'Skype4' and so forth.
4. Log in with Multiple Skype Accounts on Linux
On a Linux machine, you can follow a similar approach by entering the following commands sequentially:
skype -s
skype -secondary
To open another Skype window, repeat the steps above to launch the next Skype interface.
Here's an article that compiles various methods to use multiple Skype accounts simultaneously with simple steps, helping users successfully log in to multiple Skype accounts on the same computer. Additionally, if you need guidance on logging into Skype using Facebook in case you don't have a Skype account yet, or if you're a newcomer wanting to use your Facebook account to log into Skype, follow Mytour's instructions for a seamless login.
If you frequently use the Zalo application and need to open multiple accounts on your computer, you can also perform multi-account chatting on Zalo on your computer with simple steps. Refer to this useful sharing on Mytour and give it a try.
