Skype is Shutting Down – Transfer Your Number to Rinkel Before It’s Too Late

Why is Skype shutting down?

Skype’s downfall wasn’t sudden — it’s been coming for years. According to multiple respected tech blogs, here’s why:

Declining call quality & user experience
Skype’s once-revolutionary technology struggled to keep up with competitors. Frequent lags, glitches, and dropped calls frustrated users, especially businesses that needed reliable voice communication.

Security concerns & privacy issues
Skype’s lack of true end-to-end encryption made it vulnerable to cyber threats. Businesses handling sensitive information turned to safer, more modern alternatives.

Microsoft’s shift to Teams
Rather than improving Skype, Microsoft focused on Teams, a tool designed for large corporations - not small businesses or freelancers. This left many users without an ideal alternative.

Failure to adapt to the market
While competitors like Zoom and WhatsApp modernised their platforms, Skype stayed outdated. Its decline was inevitable, and the shutdown is simply the final step.

Why Rinkel is the best choice for Skype users

Keep your Skype number: No need to inform customers about a new number.
Crystal-clear call quality: More reliable than VoIP-only alternatives.
Works on your own mobile: No extra sim or hardware needed.
Business features like call forwarding, voicemail & more: Keep the professional setup you need.
Never miss another business opportunity: Handle large call volumes with a queue and use voicemail steps when you really can't answer.

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Easily sign up with your Apple ID, Google account, or email.

Transfer your number

Fill in your Skype number and we’ll handle the porting — free of charge.

Run your business!

Set up your profile and configure features to suit your business needs

Lejla

Founder of Say Lej

Social work services

Truly great service as it should be!

As always, excellent service from Rinkel! Really recommended for every entrepreneur, especially freelancers!

Ivan

Founder of Vuelo IV

Webdesign

Practical, simple, and affordable

Contact and support are excellent. Many options and practical applications. Great price/product ratio.

Marelva

Founder of Hey VA!

Virtual assistant

Everything super quick and easy

Everything is realised super quickly and easily. Many possibilities that make the whole thing appear very professional to our customers.

Gisela

Founder of Reux Digital

1-month free trial
Price per user, per month

unlimited calls
a business number
call forwarding
WhatsApp Business
professional voicemail
international calls
custom greeting
business hours
call waiting
transferring
queue + hold music
call menu
call recording

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How does Rinkel work?

Rinkel is a virtual business phone service that lets you manage your business calls from your mobile.

Download our app (available on iPhone and Android), choose a business number, and start making and receiving calls. Keep your work and personal calls separate, set business hours, and greet customers with a professional message—all from one phone.

Please note: charges apply for both incoming and outgoing calls.

Can I move my existing Skype number to Rinkel?

Absolutely! We can port your current business number over to Rinkel, so you don’t have to change anything for your clients. It’s a smooth process and ensures you keep your professional image intact.

Can I choose my own business number?

Yes, when signing up through the Rinkel app, you can choose from a list of available numbers. This allows you to pick a number that best represents your business, whether it’s a local or national number.

Can I make international calls?

Yes, and it's included in the call minutes in your plan! No hidden costs.

We currently support more than 50 destinations worldwide, including the US & Canada. Here's a list in alphabetical order:

All of Europe (EU + Schengen)
Australia
Bangladesh
Brazil
Canada
Chile
Colombia
Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Israel
Malaysia
Mexico
Mongolia
New Zealand
Peru
Singapore
Thailand
United States
South Korea

What kind of technology does Rinkel use?

Rinkel works through your mobile’s GSM network, which means you get high-quality calls without relying on WiFi or data. This is different from VoIP, so you’ll enjoy more reliable connections wherever you are.

What if I run out of call minutes?

No need to worry! Only outgoing calls will be blocked. So you will remain reachable for incoming calls.

To make outgoing calls, you will need to add an extra user, upgrade your plan, or wait for the bundle to refill.

What is the difference between Skype and Rinkel?

The differences between Skype and Rinkel are as follows:

International calls are free
Calls are made over the GSM network, giving you the reliable quality of GSM without the drawbacks of internet calling.
Easily manage all your settings and features in the user-friendly Rinkel app, where you stay in control of everything yourself.

Skype is shutting down – What’s next for your business?

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What are the best alternatives?

Why Rinkel is the best choice for Skype users

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How do I transfer my Skype number to Rinkel?

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Run your business!

Lejla

Truly great service as it should be!

Ivan

Practical, simple, and affordable

Marelva

Everything super quick and easy

Gisela

Very satisfied since we started using Rinkel

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