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FIX: The specified account already exists Skype error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The specified account already existserror is one that pops up for someSkypeusers. Thaterror messagepops up when some users try toupdate Skype. Consequently, the users can’t update theirSkypesoftware. Does thaterror messagering a bell? If so, here are a few tips for fixing thespecified account already existserror.
How do I fix Specified account already exists Skype error?
1. Reset the Skype app
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2. Reinstall Skype
If resettingSkypedoesn’t do the trick, reinstall the app. Some users have confirmed thatreinstalling Skypeand utilizing the Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter fixes theThe specified account already existserror.
3. Turn off anti-virus software
Third-party anti-virus software can interfere with software updates. Toensurethat isn’t the case, temporarily disable your anti-virus package before updatingSkype.
Most anti-virus utilities include a disable or turn off option on their system tray context menus. If you can’t select a disable option on the utility’s context menu, open its window and select a disable or turn off option from there.
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4. Check the Windows Firewall settings
One of those resolutions might fixSkypeso that you can update it once again. Remember that olderSkypeversions aren’t going to work after September 2018.
So, it’s essential thatSkypeis update. You can check outthis postfor furtherSkypeupdate details.
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Matthew Adams
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