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How to Buy an Avatar for Skype

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One of the great things about the Skype service is that it has features that you find on your average cell phone. You can add money to your account, use it for free long distance and you can even buy an avatar for Skype. An avatar is a small picture that you can customize to exhibit a small piece of your personality through your phone. Follow these steps to buy an avatar for Skype.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Internet access
  • Computer
  • Skype account
Step1
Open your favorite web browser.
Step2
Visit the Skype website at www.skype.com.
Step3
Click on Sign In at the top of the page to log in to your Skype account.
Step4
Log in to your Skype account.
Step5
Click the Secure Sign In button to go to your account page.
Step6
Click on Personalize Skype to see a listing of avatars that are available for your service.
Step7
Click on a picture from the menu that fits your personality and then on the following screen, click on Buy. The amount for the avatar will automatically be deducted from your account.

Tips & Warnings

  • You can also purchase seasonal avatars to increase your festive holiday spirit. Christmas avatars and Halloween avatars are available for your Skype service.
  • Remember to track your accout balance, including any deductions for the avatar so you do not accidentally run out of money in the middle of an important phone call. Keep a log of charges for your own records.
  • Never give your Skype account information to anyone.
  • Change your password often.

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