How do i disable yahoo mail account key

To disable the Account Key feature in Yahoo Mail, you can follow these steps:

Method 1: Disable Account Key through Yahoo Mail settings

1. Log in to your Yahoo Mail account.
2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner of the page.
3. Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
4. Scroll down to the "Account" section.
5. Click on "Account Key" under the "Security" heading.
6. Toggle the switch next to "Account Key" to the "Off" position.
7. Click "Save" to save your changes.

Method 2: Disable Account Key through Yahoo Account settings

1. Go to the Yahoo Account settings page.
2. Sign in with your Yahoo account credentials.
3. Click on "Account Info" from the dropdown menu.
4. Scroll down to the "Security" section.
5. Click on "Account Key" under the "Security" heading.
6. Toggle the switch next to "Account Key" to the "Off" position.
7. Click "Save" to save your changes.

Note: Disabling Account Key will not affect your existing account security settings, such as two-factor authentication (2FA) or password reset questions.

Why disable Account Key?

You may want to disable Account Key if:

• You're experiencing issues with Account Key, such as frequent prompts or errors.
• You prefer to use alternative security measures, like 2FA or password managers.
• You're concerned about the security implications of using Account Key.

Keep in mind that disabling Account Key may make your account more vulnerable to unauthorized access. It's essential to maintain strong passwords, enable 2FA, and use other security measures to protect your account.