Skype spam...

14 years ago

I've been getting Skype spam since I first downloaded the service. Most days, it's only one or two so not that big a deal to me. I just block/report abuse each time.

I get a lot more spam in my email box than Skype so it's not that much of an annoyance. I used to get more using other IM clients.

Tina

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Gwen_Iler

14 years ago

Originally Posted by TMG Enterprises

I've been getting Skype spam since I first downloaded the service. Most days, it's only one or two so not that big a deal to me. I just block/report abuse each time.

I get a lot more spam in my email box than Skype so it's not that much of an annoyance. I used to get more using other IM clients.

Tina

I completely agree with this one....just block the user...have a lot more spam than skype.......

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Richard Tunnah

14 years ago

Hi Kim,
Yes there seems to have been a surge recently in skype spam with all the 'old favourites' like viagra and dodgy software etc. Bit annoying I agree.

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MichaelHiles

14 years ago

A block/report generally gets the account trashed in pretty quickly.

I guess I've been pretty lucky because I don't get a whole lot. However my wife gets tons and we can't figure out why.

What annoys the crap out of me is someone who requests a contact exchange with me via skype and they just put in something like... "warrior forum", like that alone is supposed to be some kind of magical thing that will make me say "SURE AS HELL BABY COME ON INTO MY HOME AND LET'S PAAAARTAAAAYYY!!!"

"warrior forum" WTF?

How about something a little more concrete or specific like, "hi, I am active on the warrior forum and I think your opinion about XYZ is interesting because of ABC. I'm involved in 123 and if you've got a minute, please check it out."

Not... "warrior forum"... like it's some kind of Masonic handshake that's supposed to grant you access to the VIP lounge or something.

People and their degenerate social graces simply slay me.

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globalpro 14 years ago

Kim,

Originally Posted by MichaelHiles

A block/report generally gets the account trashed in pretty quickly.

That's what I do. I block and report and they seem to go away.

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- bizousoft 14 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by globalpro
  
  Kim,
  
  That's what I do. I block and report and they seem to go away.
  
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  John
  
  I do the same, I also send Skpy an email support, to let them know that I'm not too happy with it. The more we complain directly to them, the more of an impact we will have IMHO
  
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  Kay King 14 years ago
  
  Kim -
  
  Can you roll back to the older version? I much preferred that one!
  
  You can block the spammer but there's just another one right behind.
  
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  Steven Wagenheim 14 years ago
  
  I get very little spam...thank God.
  
  (Great...now the floodgates are gonna open because I opened my mouth.)
  
  Fortunately, I only use Skype to converse with students and the rest of the
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  Makes life very easy.
  
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CDarklock

14 years ago

Originally Posted by MichaelHiles

What annoys the crap out of me is someone who requests a contact exchange with me via skype and they just put in something like... "warrior forum", like that alone is supposed to be some kind of magical thing that will make me say "SURE AS HELL BABY COME ON INTO MY HOME AND LET'S PAAAARTAAAAYYY!!!"

I usually recognise either the name or the avatar when that happens, because it tends to happen after an exchange in some thread or other.

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TrafficMystic

14 years ago

I've been using skype for about 2 years now and have only started to get spam in the last 6-7 days.. and only 1-2 of them a day like kim..

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davesharp 14 years ago

Hi,
It is a bit of a problem at the moment but one that can be easily dealt with.

I like to be accessable to colleagues and team members and it s when these people start spamming me that really annoys me. They get the same treatment as someone who tries to sell me something on Facebook. LOL. :rolleyes:

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R Hagel

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Kim Standerline

Is anyone else getting this, it's really starting to annoy me. It's at about 1-2 a day at the moment, but find the thought of it escalating is quite worrying.

Whatever, Kim. You could have just said you didn't want me messaging you any more instead of running to the forum to complain about it.

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IMChick 14 years ago

Originally Posted by R Hagel

Whatever, Kim. You could have just said you didn't want me messaging you any more instead of running to the forum to complain about it.

That's very funny! My skype spam is all hotties and girlie contacts. I can't figure out whether to be offended or to think it's funny. :p

I use the BLOCK button on all the spam, but there's really no good way to control it, and I do agree that it's getting worse.
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- JeffMitchell 14 years ago
  
  I love skype spam...no not really. But I will say that if any of your ads look like the spam that you are getting. Change it. Because I have seem the most Horrid copy on the internet coming to my skype.
  
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  It is really that funny.
  
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Rus Sells

14 years ago

I'm not that popular yet online so I look forward to spam showing up. Makes me feel important and liked.

HAHA Just kidding!

I noticed a few here and there from Skype, but the spam I HATE the most is efax spam! Those darn insurance agents faxing me unsolicited offers for insurance quotes cost me .20 cents per page!

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Zeus66

14 years ago

I get a lot of Skypam™ too. I made that up just now. Don't use it without my express written consent. I'll sue. I mean it. And yes, it is annoying. Block/report and think bad thoughts about the sender. What else can we do? Nothin'.

John

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M Thompson 14 years ago

what do you mean Spam??? I thought these girls wanted to talk to me because I am cool and sophisticated
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Bewley 14 years ago

Originally Posted by Zeus66

What else can we do? Nothin'.

If you go on the Skype forums, this seems to be a problem for a lot of users. I have been using Skype for years and use it many times a day with no probs, the exception being ver 4. Clunky interface and prone to spam.

I rolled back to version Skype 3. The last good ver 3 build was 3.8.0.188 - I am now spam free and running just fine for the last 6 months.

You can download old versions of Skype here:

Old Version of Skype Download - OldApps.com

Make sure you do a virus scan just to be safe (good practice) - but this was recommended via the Skype forums, so it is good to go.

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Michael Oksa

14 years ago

Ok, I'm newer to Skype (GASP!).

I know how to block a sender, but have not figured out how to report them. Is there a separate function for reporting these scumbag losers?

Just curious,
Michael

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Tina Golden 14 years ago

Michael, when the popup comes up to block them, there is a little checkbox thingie to report them.

Tina
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Kim Standerline

14 years ago

I've changed my privacy settings to only allow folks in my contact list to contact me which is a bit of a bummer, but can't be helped

At least it will stop the spam though.

Thanks for the heads up Bev (via skype lol)

Kim

BTW I hate the latest version so may roll it back anyway so thanks for the link

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Fox30

14 years ago

I don't get much spam, but I do get a bit on Skype. I just block and report.

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Paleochora

14 years ago

I don't get too much and I use it a lot.

Having said that, I noticed it growing of late. I am very protective of my skype name as I cherish the service for personal as well as business use and wonder how folks (spammers) get hold of it in the first place?

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JeffMitchell 14 years ago

Just Click "Search For Users" stick a search query term and there you go. "internet marketing" "mlm" etc...

Then you just start going down the list 1 by 1. Just like the old AOL spammers used to do.

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Dennis Gaskill

14 years ago

Reminds me of ICQ. That used to be a neat instant messaging platform, but now it's a spam magnet.

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Mark Blaze

14 years ago

I seem to be getting one a week but i think it depends on what country you set your skype from!

Some good marketing tactics if it is all automated (for spam that is).

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MichaelRay

14 years ago

I'm getting spam from Skype to but lately MSN Messenegr is trying to catch up as everytime I logged in to MSN, I will get a couple of friend request from spammers. Well I am not affected that much because I seldom use SKype and MSN.

I use Yahoo Messenger for chatting and PC to PC call and Onesuite for VoIP calls to landlines and mobile phones.

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wordwizard

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Bewley

If you go on the Skype forums, this seems to be a problem for a lot of users. I have been using Skype for years and use it many times a day with no probs, the exception being ver 4. Clunky interface and prone to spam.

I rolled back to version Skype 3. The last good ver 3 build was 3.8.0.188 - I am now spam free and running just fine for the last 6 months.

You can download old versions of Skype here:

Old Version of Skype Download - OldApps.com

Make sure you do a virus scan just to be safe (good practice) - but this was recommended via the Skype forums, so it is good to go.

Adrian

I just checked and still have 2.8. I guess I'll keep that version ;-)

I do get maybe a handful of spams a week max, and just block them. Mostly viagra, and software ads.

And then the occasional ad requests wtih NO info on the person.

oh well....

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SandraLarkin

Banned 14 years ago

Yea, it's ridiculous. However you would really need to be a complete idiot to fall for it, plus it isn't too annoying..

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xohaibx

14 years ago

I've been having the same problem for a while now. There are instances when it goes down but then there is a sudden surge like it's happening nowadays. I wonder if Skype is actually working on this problem; I've learned to ignore it as their are bigger things to worry about

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Barry Unruh 14 years ago

I receive an occasional Skype Spam, but many more in Yahoo Messenger, and Microsoft Live Messenger.

The only messenger I have never received spam in is Google Talk.

ah...ICQ, that brings back memories. Haven't used it in years.

I prefer to leave my messengers unrestricted. I may need to report spam on a regular basis, but I also get the opportunity to chat with some really great people, who are contacting me because of common interests.
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InternetM39482

14 years ago

Yes, I've been getting it too.

Lately though, it has increased considerably. I always block and report these.

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Greg McKenzie

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Kim Standerline

Is anyone else getting this, it's really starting to annoy me. It's at about 1-2 a day at the moment, but find the thought of it escalating is quite worrying.

I'd hate to lose my skype service because I was sick of the spam.

Kim

I've been using Skype for the last 3-4 years and I've been getting 1-2 pieces of SPAM per day recently as well!

It really annoys me.....I usually just hit the block and the abuse button.

Greg

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badboy_Nick

14 years ago

Yep, same here.

Its either some pharma garbage or some outsourcing service in china. Just ignore it, it's totally random. I hope Skype will do something about it and increase their anti-spam tools.

Nick

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KarlWarren

14 years ago

I'm getting the same, around 2 a day - and I'm following the "block and report" method

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scattermouse

14 years ago

How odd.

I've been on Skype for over a year, and I use it a lot. I've never received a single spam message. Not one.

Maybe it's because all of my profile stuff is blank?

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MichaelRay

14 years ago

Originally Posted by Ewan Cormack

How odd.

I've been on Skype for over a year, and I use it a lot. I've never received a single spam message. Not one.

Maybe it's because all of my profile stuff is blank?

Maybe. You can do us a favor and put something in your profile and we can see if that will change your spam experience

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Underground SEO

14 years ago

I've also been getting a increase in skype spam recently, strange as I never really got any before, now I receive about 5 messages a day!

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sunnygal

14 years ago

I only started getting this very recently. I never used to get any, but now I get about 4 per day.

Maybe I'll go back to an earlier version like was suggested earlier in this thread.

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globalpro

14 years ago

An update to the skype spam. There is a new phishing scam going on now.

Yesterday I got a message from someone on my contact list, someone I know.

The message asked me to log into Skype and check something. At the time I was in the middle of some things (like to multi-task), so I went to the site and logged in. Big mistake. After logging in, my Skype access was gone, registered email changed, etc.

The message was from someone who's account was hacked, so I ended up being locked out of mine.

I contacted Skype and they are on it. Still waiting on the password reset to come up.

Be careful with this. I wasn't paying attention and got bit.

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SeanSupplee

14 years ago

There a program out there called message magic which is where I think a good amount of this spam is coming from. It honestly is the worst idea I have ever seen.