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7 Easy Ways to Fix the Skype Javascript Error

Before trying out other solutions, check whether JavaScript works on your browser

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Skypeis one of the most popularapps used for online communicationwith millions of users worldwide.Skyperequires a Microsoft account so as to be able to use its instant messenger-Skype.

However,Skypeusers are faced embattled with an error while attempting to log in toSkype. Sometimes, users may see only a white screen while others get theSkypeerrorJavascript required to sign in.

Do you get theSkypeerrorJavascript required to signin while attempting to login intoSkype? Windows Report will show you how to fix this issue.

What causes the Skype Javascript error?

The full error states:Microsoft account requires JavaScript to sign in. This web browser either does not support JavaScript, or scripts are being blocked. To find out whether your browser supports JavaScript, or allows scripts, see the browser’s online help.

This Javascript error is caused by several issues such as erroneousSkypeinstallation, outdated web browser, and outdated/corrupt system components e.g. .Net framework.

Therefore, we’ve come up with working solutions to fix theSkypeerrorJavascript required to sign inproblem in no particular order.

How can I fix the Javascript error in Skype?

1. Run a Preliminary Check

Firstly, you need to test for JavaScript on your Internet Explorer (IE) web browser.Skypeutilizes the IE engine for its web interface; therefore, you need to test for JavaScript on IE as a preliminary check.

Follow these steps to test for JavaScript:

2. Enable JavaScript in IE

Sometimes, after testing for JavaScript, you may find out that JavaScript is disabled on your IE browser. So, you have to enable JS, and then launchSkypeapplication afterward to see if this solution worked.

Go toStart >Internet Explorer.
Click on the gear icon to open theToolsmenu.
Now, open theSecuritytab.
Click onReset all zones to default level, and selectApply.
In the same tab, clickOther.
LocateScriptingand make sure that it is set toEnabledfor theActive scriptingoption (if not, put the check mark).
Now, click onOKto closeSecurity Settings.
ClickOKagain to closeInternet Options.
CloseInternet Explorer.
Afterward, launch theSkypeapplication.

It is widely reported that enabling JavaScript on IE fixed theSkypeerror JavaScript required to sign in. However, if you are still experiencing this issue, then you may have to proceed to the next solution.

3. Install the latest .NET framework

Microsoft .NET framework is also an essential component to makeSkypework. Some Windows users reported being able to fix theSkypeerror JavaScript required to sign inproblem byinstalling the latest .NET frameworkon their PC.

However, at times the latest .NET framework version might not solve this problem, therefore, you may have to try out several .NET framework versions.

Also, for this purpose, you can check out our guide onHow to download and install .NET Framework on Windows 10.

4. Reinstall Skype

Another way of solving theSkypeerrorJavaScript required to sign inproblem is by reinstallingSkype. Therefore, you need to uninstallSkype, and then installSkypeafresh fromits official website.

For this purpose, we have a dedicated post that reveals5 ways you can uninstall Skypefrom your Windows PC.

Note: After uninstallingSkype, ensure you installSkypefrom its executable files, and then sign in afterward. This should definitely fix theSkypeerror JavaScript required to sign in prompt.

5. Disable VPN

SomeSkype-incompatible VPNs may prevent you from using theSkypeapplication resulting in theSkypeerror.

The best workaround in such cases is to temporarily disable your active VPN before yourSkypesession. This solution is very simple; just disable or turn off your VPN, and then launchSkypeapplication.

Meanwhile, consider usingCyberGhost VPN,NordVPN, or check out our list of thebest VPN for Skype PCwhich would give you no issue while signing in on theSkypeDesktop application.

6. Run Windows Update

Finally, updating your Windows OS can fix theSkypeerrorJavaScript required to sign in. Here’s how to update your Windows OS:

7. Disable two-step verification

Some users also suggested that disabling two-step verification could fix this problem. So, if you enabled this option, turn it off and check if the issue persists.

Conclusively, any of the solutions we listed above can fixSkypeerrorJavaScript required to sign in.

If you have any comments on any of the steps or success using another method not listed above please leave a comment below.

7 Easy Ways to Fix the Skype Javascript Error#

What causes the Skype Javascript error?#

How can I fix the Javascript error in Skype?#

1. Run a Preliminary Check#

2. Enable JavaScript in IE#

3. Install the latest .NET framework#

4. Reinstall Skype#

5. Disable VPN#

6. Run Windows Update#

7. Disable two-step verification#