Skype for Business Mobile App: Empowering Communication on the Go


Skype for Business, previously known as Lync 2013, brings the robust features of Lync and Skype to your mobile device. With this app, you can enjoy voice and video calls over wireless networks, rich presence indicators, instant messaging, conferencing, and calling—all within a single, user-friendly interface.



Key Features



  • Group Conversations: Initiate a group instant messaging or video conversation and invite additional participants.

  • Meetings: Join, rejoin, or initiate a Skype for Business Meeting to brainstorm and collaborate on innovative ideas.

  • Video Sharing: Share your video and view the speaker's video during conferences.

  • Meeting Control: Manage the meeting by muting or removing attendees and gain insights into participants’ modalities.

  • Upcoming Meetings: View your upcoming meetings and join them with just one click.

  • Recent Conversations: Access your recent conversations and continue from where you left off.

  • Contact Search: Easily search your contacts by name, email, or phone number.

  • Enhanced Security: Benefit from enhanced security through the Active Directory Authentication Library (ADAL).

Usage Requirements


Anyone can utilize the Skype for Business Mobile app when invited to a Skype for Business or Lync 2013 meeting. However, to fully enjoy the app's capabilities, you must possess a Skype for Business or Lync account. Please note that some functionalities may require updates to Lync or Skype for Business Server and might not be available to all users. If you are uncertain about your account status, please reach out to your IT department.

Important Information


IMPORTANT: This software requires connectivity to validly licensed copies of Microsoft Lync or Skype for Business Server, or Office 365 / Lync Online / Skype for Business Online and will not function without it. Updates to Microsoft Lync Server or Skype for Business may be necessary for optimal performance. Some features may not be accessible in all countries. If you are unsure about your company’s licensing or deployment of Lync or Skype for Business, please consult your IT department.

Note: The Skype for Business app is only available for Android 4.0 or greater.