: Follow the prompts to create a business account and enter your payment details.
: Go to the Microsoft 365 for Business site.
Purchasing Skype for Business is no longer a standard direct option for most new users because it has been . Microsoft retired the online version in 2021, and server versions are phasing out of extended support as of late 2025.
: If your organization still requires the specific legacy client and you have an assigned license, sign in to Office.com , click Settings , select Microsoft 365 settings , then go to Software to find the Skype for Business installer. 4. Transitioning for Existing Users
Once you have a license, you can download the communication client:
: Log in to the Microsoft 365 Admin Centre to assign the Teams/Skype license to yourself or your employees. 3. Download the Software
: Includes advanced security features and device management. 2. Purchase and Set Up