Yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK
As of April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN services are no longer accessible to users within the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United kingdom. Yahoo! JAPAN cited difficulties in maintaining a consistent service environment in these regions as the reason for the discontinuation.
Continued access from Japan
Users accessing the internet from within Japan will still have full access to all Yahoo! JAPAN services.
Limited Service Availability
While most services are discontinued, some Yahoo! JAPAN Mail functions may still be available, albeit with restrictions. Details regarding these limitations are available (in Japanese only) via a linked resource.
Yahoo! JAPAN has apologized for any disruption caused by this change.
Yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK: Q&A
As of April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN services are no longer accessible to European Economic Area (EEA) and United Kingdom users. Here’s a breakdown of what this means:
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why were Yahoo! JAPAN services discontinued in teh EEA and UK?
- Yahoo! JAPAN stated that maintaining a consistent service habitat in these regions proved arduous. This likely relates to compliance with the various regulations and laws within the EEA and the UK.
- Can I still access Yahoo! JAPAN if I’m in Japan?
- Yes! Users accessing the internet from japan will still have full access to all Yahoo! JAPAN services. So, if you’re planning a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, you’re in luck!
- Are there any Yahoo! JAPAN services still available in the EEA and UK?
- Limited Yahoo! JAPAN Mail functions might still be accessible, though with restrictions. More details (in Japanese) are available via a linked resource (not provided in the original article).
- What if I have a Yahoo! JAPAN account and live in the EEA or UK?
- Sadly, access to most services is blocked. If you have crucial data or emails, you may want to explore options for accessing or transferring them if possible, though this will likely be challenging.
- What does “EEA” stand for?
- The European Economic Area (EEA) includes the countries of the European Union (EU), plus Iceland, liechtenstein, and Norway. The UK is no longer part of the EEA after brexit.
This change is a significant disruption for former yahoo! JAPAN users in the EEA and UK. While access is limited, users must now consider alternative options.