Can i deactivate a yahoo mail account
Yes, you can deactivate a Yahoo Mail account, but please note that deactivating an account is a permanent action and cannot be undone. Before you proceed, make sure you have a backup of your important emails and data.
Here are the steps to deactivate a Yahoo Mail account:
Method 1: Deactivate account through Yahoo's website
- Go to the Yahoo Mail sign-in page and enter your email address and password.
- Click on the "Account Info" button.
- Scroll down to the "Account Settings" section.
- Click on "Close account" at the bottom of the page.
- Enter your password again to confirm.
- Click on "Close account" to confirm the deactivation.
Method 2: Deactivate account through Yahoo's mobile app
- Open the Yahoo Mail app on your mobile device.
- Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) on the top left corner.
- Tap on "Settings" (gear icon).
- Scroll down to the "Account" section.
- Tap on "Close account".
- Enter your password again to confirm.
- Tap on "Close account" to confirm the deactivation.
What happens after deactivation:
- Your Yahoo Mail account will be permanently closed, and you will no longer be able to access it.
- Your email address will be released back to the public domain, and others may be able to register for the same email address.
- Any emails or data stored in your account will be deleted.
- You will no longer receive emails or notifications from Yahoo.
Important note:
Before deactivating your account, make sure you have a backup of your important emails and data. You can use Yahoo's built-in export feature to export your emails and contacts.
If you're sure you want to deactivate your Yahoo Mail account, follow the steps above. If you're unsure or need help, you can contact Yahoo's customer support for assistance.