If you're experiencing issues with Yahoo and need to contact their customer service via phone, here’s how you can do it:

1. Yahoo Help Website

Yahoo no longer offers direct phone support for free accounts. However, they do provide a comprehensive support website where you can find solutions to many common problems.

Use the search bar to find relevant articles on the issues you're experiencing with Yahoo Mail, account recovery, or other services.

2. Yahoo Account Pro

For direct phone support, you may need to subscribe to Yahoo Account Pro, a paid service that provides premium customer support. Subscribers to this service can contact a live Yahoo representative for help with their account.

• You can sign up for Yahoo Account Pro on the Yahoo Help website.

• Once subscribed, Yahoo will provide a dedicated customer service phone number for live support.

3. Phone Support for Paid Services

If you’re a paid Yahoo Mail Plus user or use Yahoo’s premium services (like Yahoo Small Business or Yahoo Account Pro), you may have access to direct phone support.

• Check your account subscription details for the dedicated customer service number or visit the Yahoo Help page for phone options specific to your service.

4. Social Media Support

Yahoo offers assistance through its social media channels, where you can send direct messages for help:

• Twitter: Reach out via @YahooCare for support.

• Facebook: You can message their official Facebook page.

5. Community Support

For additional help, you can access the Yahoo Community Forums, where users share solutions to common issues. While this isn't direct phone support, it’s a helpful resource for troubleshooting.

In summary, Yahoo’s direct phone support is primarily reserved for premium subscribers. For free users, the Yahoo Help page and community forums provide a wealth of resources to solve most issues.