Skype introduces pay-to-call service

by Sue Bailey

This post was written in March 2007; specific information contained within it may be out of date.

Skype have introduced a new pay-to-call service, allowing for both voice and video calls to be charged either per minute, or for a one-off fee. Unlike premium rate lines from traditional phone providers, Skype Prime can be available internationally: the only restriction is that you’re in a country in which you can withdraw money to Paypal.

It’s not cheap - Skype keep 30% of whatever you’ve chosen to charge - and perennial favourites adult and gambling lines are both banned. However, as calls begin free, with providers then sending a payment request for callers to accept and pay via their Skype credit, this could be a useful tool for those providing all sorts of services, from technical to tarot. And of course, it’s another step towards Skype earning back its controversially high purchase price.

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Author: Sue Bailey
Posted at: Thursday, March 8th, 2007 at 7:59 pm
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2 Responses to “Skype introduces pay-to-call service”

  1. TameBay : Skype talk on March 17th, 2007 4:40 pm

    [...] Skype this week have announced another new feature to go with Skype Prime. Skype Find allows users to add details and reviews of local businesses. It’s not world-changing, it’s not even especially unique - but imagine it with mapping, maybe even with GPS built in, and it starts to look like something fairly powerful. Even in the real world, you can’t get away from eBay-generated feedback! [...]

  2. Make money when eBay groups get Skyped : TameBay on June 21st, 2007 10:23 am

    [...] This will also be a great opportunity for eBay experts to charge for advice with Skype’s pay to call service. How many times have you had a problem that you’d happily pay a few pounds to have an eBay expert walk you through on the phone? [...]

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