Yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK
Effective April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN services are no longer accessible to users within the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom. The decision stems from Yahoo! JAPAN’s assessment of the challenges involved in maintaining a consistent service habitat in these regions.
Users attempting to access Yahoo! JAPAN from the EEA and UK will find services unavailable, though access remains unimpeded for users accessing the platform from within Japan.
Services Still Available
*Certain Yahoo! JAPAN Mail functions may face restrictions. See details (Japanese only).
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Yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK: A Q&A
Effective April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN services are no longer accessible to users within the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why did Yahoo! JAPAN stop offering services in the EEA and UK?
A: The decision was based on the challenges of maintaining a consistent service habitat in these regions – likely due to evolving regulations like GDPR and complex localization requirements.
Q: What services are affected?
A: All Yahoo! JAPAN services are unavailable to users in the EEA and UK, including the main portal, search, and related content. While the article doesn’t explicitly name all services, it implies a complete cessation.
Q: Can I still access Yahoo! JAPAN from Japan?
A: Yes. Access to Yahoo! JAPAN services remains unimpeded for users accessing the platform from within Japan.
Q: Are there any Yahoo! JAPAN services that might still function partially?
A: Yes, according to the original text, “Certain Yahoo! JAPAN Mail functions may face restrictions”. However, the details would be in Japanese only.
Q: What if I used Yahoo! JAPAN before the cut-off?
A: Sadly, your account and associated data are no longer accessible if you are within the EEA or the UK. Consider contacting Yahoo! Japan’s helpdesk for further data. They may have procedures to help with data retrieval.
This change marks a meaningful shift in Yahoo! JAPAN’s global presence. For users in the EEA and UK, the platform is no longer an option.
