Can I use Flickr without a Yahoo account?

Using our new login system, you’ll need to use an email address to sign in– no longer a Yahoo ID or username.

Is Flickr connected to Yahoo?

Oh joy, oh rapture, unsubdued, Flickr’s login is no longer tied to Yahoo. The photo-sharing platform announced today that it will roll out a new system to members over the next few weeks that doesn’t require a Yahoo ID.

How do I migrate my Flickr account?

Merging Flickr accounts featured. Currently, it is not possible to merge Flickr accounts, or transfer photos from one account to another. As a workaround, you can download your photos from one account and upload them into another.

When did Yahoo sell Flickr?

2005
Flickr was started in 2004 and acquired by Yahoo in 2005 for approximately $25m (£18m). The site proved popular with both professional and amateur photographers, forming a central role in the cultural life of the internet, hosting 6bn photos by 2011 and 87 million registered users by 2013.

Does Flickr delete inactive accounts?

The first photos to go will come from inactive accounts. While current free users with over 1,000 photos and videos will become eligible for deletion starting tomorrow, users may not see any of their content deleted immediately.

Does Flickr have 2FA?

Can I Use Two Factor Authentication to Log In? Our new login system was built with 2FA support in mind. While this is planned for the future, we still have work to do on the remaining aspects of 2FA such as advanced account recovery options. Stay tuned for more updates.

What has happened to Flickr?

On June 13, 2017, Verizon Communications acquired Yahoo!, including Flickr. Verizon reorganized Yahoo!, along with AOL, into a new umbrella company, Oath, which was renamed as Verizon Media on January 8, 2019.

Do Flickr accounts expire?

Free accounts never expire although I believe Flickr reserve the right to delete long dormant accounts in the future.

Will Flickr delete my photos?

It was said that a few weeks ago flickr deletes all photos that are over the number of 1000 for free accounts. Every official word I’ve seen said photos over 1000 were “at risk” of being deleted.

How do I register for Flickr?

How to Sign Up for a Flickr Account

Go to our sign up page.
Enter your information.
Click Sign Up.
Check your email for a Verification Link.
Click Confirm my Flickr account.
Sign in to your account.

Is Flickr a free app?

How to Sign up for Flickr. Sign up on the web at Flickr.com or on the free mobile app. It’s available for both iOS and Android devices.

Is it possible to merge Yahoo and Flickr accounts?

If you have a Yahoo account and a Google account, both with Flickr access, they can not be transferred, moved, merged, or shared. They are always two separate accounts. they can not be transferred, moved, merged, or shared. You have never been able to merge Flickr accounts.

Why is the help forum on Flickr closed?

Flickr: The Help Forum: Flickr/Yahoo login issues. This thread was closed automatically due to a lack of responses over the last month. New Flickr Notifications Center and Settings available to all members.

What should I do if my Flickr account is not working?

1. Let us know the URL for your Flickr account (e.g. www.flickr.com/photos/matthewalmonroth/ or www.flickr.com/photos/98089007@N00 2. If your issue is multiple accounts, please include links to the accounts in question.