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Video calling help

Smile, wave or say hello to anyone, anywhere in the world with free one-to-one video conversations.

It’s easy to get going with free video calls. Simply follow the step-by-step video calling help guide and you’ll be seeing, as well as talking to friends in no time. Learn more about video calls

Step-by-step video calling guide

To make free video calls you’ll need the latest version of Skype and a webcam and headset (if you don’t have a headset you can use the in-built speakers and microphone on your computer).

Don’t have a webcam? Visit our store to see a selection of Skype Certified ones.

Image of a webcam

Your webcam will normally come with an installation disc. Just pop the disc in your computer, before plugging the webcam in, and follow the on-screen instructions.

Image of a software installation disk

Now you’re ready to plug in your webcam. Find the USB port on your computer; it’s the one with the matching USB symbol.

Image of a USB connector

Skype will automatically help you test your webcam to make sure everything is working correctly.

Image with a Test Webcam command

Now you can make video calls to anyone else with a webcam. Smile, wave, show off your new haircut.

Image of a computer screen showing a video call

Need more help Check out our FAQs section.

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