what is a skype id

A Skype ID, also known as a Skype name, is a unique identifier that Skype generates for you when you create an account. It is a unique name associated with your account that cant be changed. Your Skype ID can be found on your Skype profile, which can be accessed both on your desktop and in the mobile app for iPhone and Android. To find your Skype ID on the desktop app, click on your profile icon at the top left corner and go to Skype profile. Your ID is the same as your Skype name, which will look like live.cid:[string of numbers and letters]. On the mobile app, tap on the profile picture icon at the top left corner and go to Skype profile. Your ID is the same as your Skype name, which will also look like live.cid:[string of numbers and letters]. It is important to note that your Skype ID/name is different from your Skype display name.