Skype is a free software that will let you make local, long distance and international phone calls at cheap rates using your computer, your cell phone or a landline.
You can download, install and use Skype for free. You will just need to set up an account the first time you use Skype.
After setting up an account, you will be able to make phone calls, video calls and instant messaging to other Skype users. But if you want to make phone calls to regular phone numbers, you will need to buy Skype credit or set up a subscription.
Skype credit works similar to a phone card. The minimum amount of Skype credit you can buy is $10.00 dollars. Then you can start using Skype and your computer to make phone calls to regular phone numbers.
A Skype subscription will let you make unlimited phone calls to certain countries, depending on the plan you select. You pay the subscription every month, and there is no contract needed.
For example, a $2.95 dollars per month subscription will allow you to make unlimited phone calls to USA and Canada.
You can also use Skype on your cell phone to make international phone calls from anywhere. To do this, you will need to use a Skype To Go number. Please read the Skype To Go article to learn more about this feature.
If you are interested in using Skype, please visit their website by clicking on the banner button below. You can download it, check out the rates or learn more about Skype's features on their website.