How to Recover a Yahoo Account

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open the Yahoo Sign-In Helper.

   This tool uses one piece of your login credentials to connect you to your account.
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   Step 2: Enter your Yahoo account's email address.

   You'll do so in the text field in the middle of this page.
   
   You can also enter your phone number if it's attached to your primary account. , It's below the text field on this page. , Do this if you have access to the phone number listed on the screen.
   
   If you don't have access to a phone number, click I don't have access.
   
   Doing so will give you an option to click Start Over, where you can enter a recovery email address or phone number.
   
   If you don't have access to a recovery email or phone number, you won't be able to get back into your account. , You should see a text from a six-digit number that says "is your Yahoo Account Key."
   
   The code field is in the middle of the page. , It's under the code's text field. , You'll have an opportunity to review your account information on this page, after which you can proceed to your account.
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   Step 3: Click Continue.

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   Step 4: Click Yes

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   Step 5: text me an Account Key.

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   Step 6: Open your phone's messages.

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   Step 7: Type the code into the Yahoo page.

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   Step 8: Click Verify.

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   Step 9: Click Continue.

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