Skype is the preferred Voice Over IP / IM / Chat software programs used by most of the users on italki however, we offer the option of different programs that you can add to your profile. We currently support the following Voice Over IP/Instant Messaging/Chat software:

• Skype - The preferred method of communicating on italki.  Download here.
• Google Hangouts - Google's default messaging service with video and voice chat. Download here.
• FaceTime - Apple's iOS  Video Conferencing Service.  FaceTime is pre-installed in all iOS products.
• QQ - A Chinese IM service with the best connectivity for users in China.  Download here (International Version).
• WeChat - China's most popular IM service which has a desktop, mobile, and online version. Download here.

How to add different Voice Over IP/IM/Chat software

1. Click your profile picture and in the drop down menu and click "View Profile".

2. Click on "Edit Profile".

3. Scroll down the page to the "Edit Communication Tools" section. Here you can input different Voice Over IP / IM / Chat user account information.