I Am Unable To Access Yahoo Mail From My Iphone. Keeps Saying Incorrect Us/passw

When I try to access Yahoo mail from my IPhone, it keeps saying incorrect username and password, when I use the same username and password on my computer I am able to access!!!!! What's wrong????

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Answer #1: Posted by kcmjr on November 14th, 2011 12:23 PM

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Sounds like the iPhone is sending the wrong characters. I recommend calling Yahoo support and attempting a login while on the phone with a service rep. They may be able to watch your account and tell you whats not working right as you try to log in. Here is the contact info for Yahoo:

Phone: 866-562-7219

How to reach a live person: Press 2 when recording asks for your selection

Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri: 6am - 6pm PT

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1-877-469-7847

Business Accounts: 1-866-800-8092

Small Business: 866-562-7219

Yahoo! Inc.
701 First Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Tel: (408) 349-3300
Fax: (408) 349-3301

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