Skype allows many people to communicate regardless of the distance between them. Video calling, chat and just calls - most of the functions are free, but it doesn't hurt to have a certain amount on your balance or prepaid services. You can top up your Skype wallet using a voucher.
Necessary
- - stationary computer / laptop / netbook,
- - installed Skype,
- - Internet connection.
Instructions
Step 1
To activate the Skype voucher received as a gift, you need to launch the program. To do this, open the "Start" menu under "All Programs" and click on Skype. If you have a Skype shortcut on your desktop or among the quick launch menu items, then you can start the program by double-clicking on this shortcut.
Step 2
Enter your username and password in order to log in to the program.
Step 3
In the top menu of the program, select "Skype", then "Account".
Step 4
In the lower right corner, click on the "Redeem Voucher" link
Step 5
In the field that appears, enter your voucher number, check the box next to "I accept the Terms of Service", having previously read these rules
Step 6
Click the button "Activate voucher or prepaid card". You will see the message "Your order has been accepted for processing." Wait a few minutes, after the corresponding notification from the program appears, you can start using the activated services
Step 7
To check what services have become available to you, in the top menu of the program, select "Skype", then "Account". In the window that appears, you will see the item "Current subscriptions", which will list the services available to you. By clicking on the "Settings" link opposite the service you are interested in, you can see useful information such as the date of activation of the service and the date until which you can use this service.
