Yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK
Effective April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN ceased offering its services within the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom. The company cited difficulties in maintaining a consistent service environment in these regions as the reason for the discontinuation.
Users within the EEA and UK are no longer able to access most Yahoo! JAPAN services. Though, access to all Yahoo! JAPAN services remains available for users accessing the internet from within japan.
Limited Services Still Accessible
While most services are unavailable, some limited functions, specifically within Yahoo! JAPAN Mail, remain accessible.
Yahoo! JAPAN has expressed regret for any inconvenience caused by this service termination and thanked users for their understanding.
**Are there any plans for Yahoo! JAPAN to reconsider its decision and resume services in the EEA and UK in the future?**
Yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK: Q&A
We’ve broken down the recent Yahoo! JAPAN service discontinuation in the EEA and UK to answer your burning questions.
Q&A
Q: Why did Yahoo! JAPAN stop offering services in the EEA and UK?
A: According to Yahoo! JAPAN,the decision was due to the challenges of maintaining a consistent service environment within these regions.
Q: Which services are affected?
A: Most Yahoo! JAPAN services are no longer accessible in the EEA and UK. This includes news, search, and other platform features.
Q: Are any services still available?
A: yes, limited access to Yahoo! JAPAN Mail remains. You might still be able to check your email,even if other services are unavailable.
Q: Can I access Yahoo! JAPAN if I’m traveling in Japan?
A: Yes! Access to all Yahoo! JAPAN services is available for users accessing the internet from within Japan.
Q: What does “EEA” and “UK” meen?
A: EEA stands for the European Economic Area (includes the EU and Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway). The UK refers to the United Kingdom, which is comprised of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Q: What if I have critically important information stored on Yahoo! JAPAN services?
A: Unfortunately, with the discontinuation of most services, retrieving your data can be difficult. It’s always a good practice to back up critically important information to avoid such issues.
Yahoo! JAPAN’s decision has undoubtedly impacted users in the EEA and UK. stay informed and explore alternative services if needed.
