How to Disable Skype Auto-Start

There are several ways to stop Skype from automatically running on Windows start.

1. Click Tools >> Options >> General Settings.  Uncheck or unmark Start Skype when I start Windows.  Click Save.

2. Open Skype.  Click Sign Out (Skype menu >> Sign Out).  Then  the Login Window will appear.    Uncheck or unmark Start Skype When Computer Starts.

3. Login again for the changes to take effect.