The problem is strange, and there’s no sure-shot way to fix things. But users have shared a few solutions that worked for them, and we will present them to you as well, along with other vital information.

Why is Skype installing automatically?

Here are a few reasons Skype installs automatically on the PC every time you open it:

Running an outdated version of Skype: In case you are running an outdated version of Skype, chances are that it is trying to install updates. Issues with the existing installation: If Skype wasn’t installed properly on the PC, it could be trying to install the missing files. Corrupt system files: When the system files are corrupt, applications, including Skype, and even some system components may not work properly. Third-party conflicts: Some third-party apps may also try to install Skype, leading to the issue.

What can I do if Skype keeps installing every time I open it?

Before moving to the complex solutions, here are a few quick ones to try:

Simply uninstall skype in case you don’t need the application. Several users reported that Microsoft pushed the application in one of the updates, and once uninstalled, the app didn’t appear again. Disable any third-party antivirus or similar security software on the PC, and check whether that fixes the problem. If it does, we recommend you switch to a more friendly and reliable antivirus solution. Uninstall apps that were added around the same time the problem first appeared in case it’s a third-party conflict.

If these don’t work, head to the solutions listed next.

1. Reset Skype

A quick way to fix things when Skype installs every time you open it is to Reset the app. Once done, the problem should be resolved. SPONSORED

2. Delete Skype data

3. Uninstall the previous version of Skype

In a few cases, users had two versions of Skype on the PC when an update instead of neutralizing the previous version installed as a separate application. And in this case, uninstalling the older version should do the trick.

4. Modify permissions

That’s it! One of these solutions should help get things running on the PC, and Skype shouldn’t install anymore every time you click on it. If the problem remains as it is, the last option is to get the application from the official website and remove the one downloaded from the Microsoft Store. Also, if you are looking for an alternative, there is a wide range of video-conferencing apps that are secure and perform exceptionally well. If you know of any other solutions that work, do drop them in the comments section below.

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