How to retrieve my yahoo mail password

Retrieving a forgotten Yahoo mail password can be a bit of a process, but don't worry, I'll guide you through the steps.

Method 1: Reset your password using the Yahoo account recovery process

  1. Go to the Yahoo sign-in page and click on "Forgot password".
  2. Enter your Yahoo email address and click "Next".
  3. You'll be asked to enter the characters you see in the security image. If you can't read the image, you can try a different one or use the audio option.
  4. Click "Next" and select "I forgot my password".
  5. Follow the prompts to answer your security questions. If you don't remember the answers, you can try to recover them using the "I forgot my answers" option.
  6. Once you've answered the security questions, you'll be asked to create a new password.
  7. Enter your new password and confirm it.
  8. Click "Finish" to complete the password reset process.

Method 2: Use the Yahoo Account Key

If you've enabled the Yahoo Account Key, you can use it to reset your password. Here's how:

  1. Go to the Yahoo sign-in page and click on "Forgot password".
  2. Enter your Yahoo email address and click "Next".
  3. Click on "Use Account Key" and follow the prompts to enter the verification code sent to your phone or authenticator app.
  4. Once you've entered the verification code, you'll be asked to create a new password.
  5. Enter your new password and confirm it.
  6. Click "Finish" to complete the password reset process.

Method 3: Contact Yahoo Support

If you're unable to reset your password using the above methods, you can contact Yahoo Support for assistance. Here's how:

  1. Go to the Yahoo Help page and click on "Contact Us".
  2. Fill out the form with your email address, phone number, and a brief description of your issue.
  3. Click "Submit" to send your request to Yahoo Support.
  4. A representative will contact you to help you reset your password.

Remember to always keep your passwords secure and consider enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security to your account.