Skype cannot be installed - this may be the reason

If Skype doesn't install properly, in most cases you can quickly fix this error. You can find out how to do this in this practical tip.

Skype cannot be installed - what to do?

To help you install Skype on your PC, we have put together a few helpful tips for you:

• First, make sure your PC meets the system requirements for Skype.
• You must also have around 5GB of free hard disk space for the program to work properly.
• In some cases, the installation may be blocked by the antivirus software or the firewall. Therefore, disable both while installing Skype.
• Also check whether you are logged on as an administrator in Windows. This is what you need to be able to install the software. As soon as you are logged in as administrator, right click on the installer and select "Run as administrator".
• If the installation does not work, there may be a problem with the installer. You can always find the latest version of Skype in our download portal. Make sure that you download the correct version that matches your system.