Yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK
As of April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN has ceased providing services to users within the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom. The decision was made due to challenges in maintaining a consistent service environment in those regions.
Continued Access From Japan
All Yahoo! JAPAN services remain fully accessible to users accessing them from within Japan.
Limited Services Remain
While most services are discontinued, some limited functions, such as certain Yahoo! JAPAN Mail features, may still be available.(Note: Details regarding specific limitations are available in Japanese only.)
Apology for inconvenience
Yahoo! JAPAN has issued an apology for any inconvenience caused by this disruption of service.
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Yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK – Q&A
We’ve broken down the news about Yahoo! JAPAN’s service changes in Europe and the UK. Hear’s what you need to know:
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why did Yahoo! JAPAN pull out of the EEA and UK?
Yahoo! JAPAN cited difficulties in providing a consistent service experience, likely due to differing regulations and data privacy laws (like GDPR) compared to Japan. Think of it like running two entirely different sets of rules – it can get complicated!
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Can I still access Yahoo! JAPAN if I’m in the EEA or UK?
No. As of April 6,2022,full access is blocked. However, some limited functions of Yahoo! JAPAN Mail might still function. Check your specific email settings.
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if I’m in Japan, can I use Yahoo! JAPAN services?
Yes! All services remain fully accessible to users in Japan.
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What about Yahoo! JAPAN Mail? Is it completely gone?
not entirely. Some core Yahoo! JAPAN Mail functions may still be available. Though, details about the specific limitations are only available in Japanese currently. Consider using a VPN if you want to try and access the service.
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Is there any way to bypass the restrictions?
While the article doesn’t endorse this, a VPN (Virtual Private Network) might technically allow you to access the site as if you were in Japan. however, using a VPN can be complex and might violate Yahoo! JAPAN’s terms of service. Proceed with caution!
This change means a meaningful shift for users in the EEA and UK.For now, those services are inaccessible temporarily.
