What is a Yahoo account key used for?

Account Key is more secure and lets you use your mobile phone instead of a password to sign in. Once enabled, Yahoo sends a notification to the mobile device of your choice. You can approve access with a tap on your phone, so no one else can get into your account.

How do I get my Yahoo mail account key?

Still not getting an Account Key:

  1. Go to the Yahoo sign-in page.
  2. Enter your email address, then click Next.
  3. Click Use text or email to sign in or Try another way to sign in.
  4. Enter the missing digits of your phone number, then click Submit.
  5. If you have access to this phone, click Yes, text me a verification code.

Why is Yahoo asking me for a security key?

A Yahoo account key is a security feature that Yahoo enabled for its email services to eliminate the need for a password. This feature allows you to access your email with a click on your mobile device without needing to remember and enter a password.

How do I bypass a Yahoo key?

Select Manage next to Yahoo Account Key is enabled. Select Disable Account Key at the bottom of the window. Confirm that you want to disable the account key and select Got It to return to Yahoo Mail settings. You can now log in without using the account key.

How do I get a Yahoo key without a phone number?

All you need to do is: Go to the Yahoo Login page and enter your email address. Entering Email Address.

Where is Yahoo account key icon located?

Sign in to your Yahoo email account. Select the Menu icon in the upper-left corner. In some version of the app on Android, you’ll need to tap the Profile icon instead of the Menu icon. Select the Key icon next to your email address.

How can I see what devices are using my Yahoo Mail?

Access your account’s recent activity

  1. Tap the Menu icon .
  2. If using the Yahoo Mail app, tap Manage Accounts.
  3. Tap Account info.
  4. Tap Recent activity.

What’s an account key?

If anyone learns your password, they can access your account from anywhere without you noticing. A Yahoo account key is a security feature that Yahoo enabled for its email services to eliminate the need for a password.