Can i deactivate my yahoo mail account
Yes, you can deactivate your Yahoo Mail account. Here are the steps to follow:
Method 1: Deactivate your 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 at the top right corner of the page.
- Scroll down to the "Account Settings" section and click on "Close account".
- Enter your password again to confirm.
- Click on "Close account" to confirm that you want to deactivate your account.
- Follow the prompts to complete the deactivation process.
Method 2: Deactivate your account through Yahoo's mobile app
- Open the Yahoo Mail app on your mobile device.
- Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the top left corner of the screen.
- Tap on "Settings" and then "Account Info".
- Scroll down to the "Account Settings" section and tap on "Close account".
- Enter your password again to confirm.
- Tap on "Close account" to confirm that you want to deactivate your account.
- Follow the prompts to complete the deactivation process.
Note: Before deactivating your account, make sure you have taken the following steps:
- Backed up your emails and contacts to an external service or device.
- Unlinked your account from any third-party services or apps.
- Removed any connected devices or apps that use your Yahoo Mail account.
After deactivating your account:
- Your Yahoo Mail account will be deactivated, and you will no longer be able to access your emails or use your account.
- Your account will be removed from Yahoo's system, and any associated data will be deleted.
- You will no longer receive emails or notifications from Yahoo.
If you're sure you want to deactivate your Yahoo Mail account, follow the steps above. If you're unsure or have any questions, you can contact Yahoo's customer support for assistance.