Here you can download modified versions of Skype 8.x with some changes (old sounds, images)
Simply select the version on the right side of the page, read the version information and download it
For Windows Vista* and higher
One of the oldest working versions at the moment. Does not have some functionality available in newer versions. But it works quickly.
Replaced sounds with the classic version
Skype 8.11
The client works on Windows Vista only with Extended Kernel
Calls are not possible under Windows Vista
This version was made in 2019 before the logo redesign. It has a more beautiful interface compared to 8.11. The sounds have been replaced and the call overlay has also been changed.
UNFORTUNATELY DUE TO A BUG IN OLD SKYPE CLIENTS, THE VERSION CRASHES IF THE CLIENT TRY TO LOAD A MESSAGE WHICH IS A REPLY TO A PHOTO
Skype 8.49
Version released after the program redesign in 2021. This is also one of the latest versions where the old bell design is available (on a dark background) (and even then it needs to be enabled additionally)
Replaced sounds and logos with old ones where possible
Skype 8.77
For Windows 7 and higher
One of those versions made before the 2021 redesign in the style of Windows 11. The sounds have been replaced with old ones, the old logo has been returned where possible. In some places the color of the elements has been changed.
Skype 8.73
For Windows Vista* and higher
The oldest version that can work at the moment. It has a very poor interface, minimal functionality, and a lot of bugs. You should install it only for fun
Skype 8.4 Preview
The client works on Windows Vista only with Extended Kernel
Calls are not possible under Windows Vista
Android 4.0 (SDK 16)
ARM 7+
The version is almost identical to Android 7.48. However, it fixes sending and downloading images and other little things
Also restored old client sounds and startup sound
Skype Lite 1.88
Android 4.0 (SDK 16)
ARM 7+
This is one of the oldest versions that can work. As of April 2024 there are problems loading images (use Skype Lite 1.88 or Skype 8.15)
Skype 7.48
Android 4.0 (SDK 16)
ARM 7+
It does not have some limitations like Skype LIte, the design is still old, photo uploading works, the old client sounds and startup sound have been restored
Skype 8.15
Android 5.0 (SDK 21)
ARM 7+
The old logo and sounds have been restored where possible
Skype 8.72