Question posted by maureenmclaughlin83 on July 16th, 2012

I Have Forgotten My Pass Word And Security Questions Are Coming Back As Wrong.

I have forgotten my pass word for my yahoo email account. I have requested a new pass word  but I have to answer two security questions. A message comes up to say they are wrong. how can i resolve the matter.

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on July 16th, 2012 3:48 PM
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You can recover your Yahoo account using your alternate address instead of your security questions, as explained here. Or you can try phoning 866-562-7219, 408-349-3300, or 866-850-4303.


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