Phound: Skype's Port in a Storm

LONG BEACH, Calif., May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Skype's days are over — literally. On Monday, May 5, 2025, Microsoft officially shut down Skype's consumer services, ending a two-decade run of the pioneering internet calling platform. For the millions who relied on Skype — some even as their primary phone line — this sunset raises an urgent question: what happens to my number and contacts now? While Microsoft is nudging users toward its Teams app, that path doesn't replace everything Skype offered, especially not the personal Skype phone numbers many have depended on for years.

Enter Phound, the communications platform positioning itself as a much-needed port in the storm for Skype's users. Phound is a new service built around trust, privacy, and user control, and it's stepping up to ensure continuity for those left adrift by Skype's exit.

"Skype helped people connect. But today, people need more than connection — they need confidence," said Dave Erickson, CEO and co-founder of Phound. "Phound aims to deliver that confidence by combining the familiarity of a phone number with a modern, safer way to communicate."

Why Move to Phound

Phound's features tackle the gaps Skype leaves behind, bringing users into a smarter communication experience:

• Verified Identity: Every caller is verified, dramatically reducing scams and impersonation attempts.
• Persona Management: Separate work, personal, and public profiles, so you decide who can reach you — and when.
• Spam Blocking: Advanced filters keep robocalls and spam texts out of your life for good.
• Dynamic Contacts: A "living" contact list that updates automatically, so you're never left with outdated info.
• Number Portability: Through Local Number Portability (LNP), you can transfer your existing Skype phone number to Phound. Incoming calls will reach you just as before, and your outgoing Caller ID stays consistent, preserving the identity you've built around that number.

"Continuity is critical. That's why we support number portability — so Skype users can bring their number, reputation, and relationships with them," Erickson added, underscoring Phound's focus on a seamless migration. Switching is straightforward: Skype contacts can be exported, and Phound's onboarding is designed to get you set up in minutes. In short, Phound isn't just a replacement for Skype — it's a next-generation upgrade.

As Skype closes its chapter, Phound opens a new one. The end of Skype doesn't have to mean the end of your connections. In fact, it can be a chance to raise the bar. Porting your number to Phound will preserve continuity and gain a more secure, personalized service. For Skype's millions of loyal users worried about the looming shutdown, Phound offers something priceless: peace of mind that your number stays yours and your conversations carry on — now with many more smarts and security.

About Phound

Phound is redefining trust in digital communication by integrating identity verification, persona management, and privacy-first policies into a seamless, secure platform. By giving businesses and individuals control over their interactions, Phound is transforming how people connect in a modern, digital-first world. Learn more at www.phound.app.

Contact:
Phound Media Relations
Andy Abramson
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-213-322-1200

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