Statements (532)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Roman_Empire
gptkb:Web gptkb:community |
| gptkbp:access |
gptkb:email_client
Web interface web interface |
| gptkbp:acquired_by |
gptkb:Google
gptkb:Verizon_Communications |
| gptkbp:acquisition |
gptkb:Yahoo_Inc.
acquired by Yahoo! Inc. |
| gptkbp:allows |
gptkb:email_client
user management discussion forums Discussion forums group events group messaging file attachments group announcements group polls topic categorization member management group membership management customizable group settings moderation of posts |
| gptkbp:allows_users_to |
Post messages
Create groups Join groups Read messages |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Inc.
|
| gptkbp:closing_date |
December 15, 2020
|
| gptkbp:closure_type |
October 2019
maintenance costs decline in usage October 28, 2020 increased spam met with mixed reactions from users shift to social media users expressed frustration users expressed nostalgia users sought alternatives widely covered in tech news |
| gptkbp:community_impact |
disruption of long-standing groups
dissolution of online communities end of email-based communication for groups loss of historical discussions |
| gptkbp:compatibility |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:competes_with |
gptkb:Reddit
gptkb:Yahoo_Groups gptkb:Facebook_Groups |
| gptkbp:competitors |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups
gptkb:Reddit gptkb:Slack gptkb:Yahoo_Groups gptkb:Facebook_Groups gptkb:Microsoft_Teams gptkb:Discord |
| gptkbp:created |
gptkb:1998
|
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Yahoo!
gptkb:Yahoo_Inc. |
| gptkbp:data_privacy |
User privacy settings
Yahoo! privacy policy Group privacy settings |
| gptkbp:defunct |
gptkb:2020
|
| gptkbp:developed_by |
gptkb:Google
|
| gptkbp:discontinued |
gptkb:2020
December 15, 2020 declining usage 20 years of operation |
| gptkbp:enables |
File sharing
email notifications event planning |
| gptkbp:feature |
gptkb:Yahoo!_services
|
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:Christian_liturgy
File sharing file sharing Photo sharing discussion forums Calendar events calendar events polls message boards group messaging photo sharing Email lists email lists group collaboration tools email list management Group management tools Message boards |
| gptkbp:final_announcement |
made on October 28, 2020
users advised to transition to other platforms |
| gptkbp:final_shutdown_date |
December 15, 2020
|
| gptkbp:founded |
gptkb:2000
|
| gptkbp:founded_in |
gptkb:1999
Deja.com |
| gptkbp:had |
millions of users
search functionality user forums email archiving group directories |
| gptkbp:had_features_for |
file storage
calendar sharing |
| gptkbp:has_category |
various interests
|
| gptkbp:has_feature |
search functionality
web interface customizable settings moderation tools archiving public and private groups member roles email delivery options |
| gptkbp:has_features |
Moderators
message boards |
| gptkbp:has_help_resources |
gptkb:Documentation
community forums user guides User forums support articles Help center |
| gptkbp:has_integration_with |
gptkb:Microsoft_Excel
gptkb:Google_Calendar gptkb:Google_Meet gptkb:Google_Drive gptkb:document |
| gptkbp:has_legacy |
gptkb:historical_significance
|
| gptkbp:has_style |
Email preferences
Group settings |
| gptkbp:has_user_interface |
User-friendly
mobile-friendly design web-based interface |
| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:Sunnyvale,_California
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Yahoo! Groups
|
| gptkbp:impact |
gptkb:community_building
networking opportunities information sharing influenced online communities allowed for group collaboration contributed to the evolution of online forums enabled niche communities to thrive encouraged user-generated content facilitated online discussions fostered online friendships pioneered email listservs provided a platform for grassroots organizing provided a space for shared interests supported community building |
| gptkbp:includes |
moderation tools
|
| gptkbp:integrates_with |
gptkb:Google_Workspace
|
| gptkbp:integration |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Mail
gptkb:Yahoo!_Calendar gptkb:Yahoo!_Messenger |
| gptkbp:is_a_platform_for |
gptkb:collaboration
online discussions sharing resources peer support online activism |
| gptkbp:is_a_tool_for |
gptkb:networking
event coordination |
| gptkbp:is_accessible_by |
gptkb:mobile_devices
gptkb:Google_Drive gptkb:Google gptkb:Gmail gptkb:mobile_app gptkb:web_browser Mobile app web browsers web interface |
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
Multiple languages
multiple languages |
| gptkbp:is_available_on |
gptkb:mobile_devices
gptkb:2001 gptkb:Android gptkb:i_OS gptkb:mac_OS gptkb:Windows web |
| gptkbp:is_integrated_with |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Mail
gptkb:Yahoo!_Messenger |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
gptkb:Community_engagement
gptkb:community_building Email list management Discussion archives |
| gptkbp:is_no_longer_active |
as of December 2020
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Yahoo!
gptkb:Google_services gptkb:Google_ecosystem |
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:Asia gptkb:North_America early 2000s hobbyist groups |
| gptkbp:is_similar_to |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups
|
| gptkbp:is_subject_to |
Google's privacy policy
Google's terms of service |
| gptkbp:is_supported_by |
gptkb:Community_support
Google support team |
| gptkbp:is_used_by |
gptkb:Non-profit_organizations
gptkb:educational_institutions Businesses businesses non-profit organizations hobbyist groups |
| gptkbp:is_used_for |
gptkb:community_building
gptkb:customer_support Event planning Community building hobbies support groups event planning team communication Project collaboration project collaboration interest-based discussions Interest-based discussions |
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:language_support |
multiple languages
|
| gptkbp:launch_date |
gptkb:1999
gptkb:2001 February 2001 |
| gptkbp:launched |
gptkb:1999
|
| gptkbp:launched_in |
gptkb:1998
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
influenced social media platforms
pioneered online forums Set standards for online communities Contributed to social media evolution Facilitated online activism Influenced online forums Pioneered email groups influenced online forums one of the first online group services paved way for modern mailing lists provided a model for online communities |
| gptkbp:localization |
multiple languages
|
| gptkbp:migration |
content not preserved post-closure
users encouraged to back up data |
| gptkbp:mobile_app |
gptkb:Google_Groups_app
|
| gptkbp:monetization |
gptkb:advertising
Premium features |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
group discussions
group events group photos group announcements group files group links group member roles group polls group member communication tools group analytics group membership management group member profiles group moderation group security settings group archives group customization group discussion threads group email archives group email notifications group event calendar group file storage group member accountability practices group member accountability strategies group member accountability tools group member activity logs group member collaboration practices group member collaboration strategies group member collaboration tools group member communication practices group member communication strategies group member directories group member engagement practices group member engagement strategies group member engagement tools group member event planning practices group member event planning strategies group member event planning tools group member feedback mechanisms group member feedback practices group member feedback tools group member goal setting practices group member goal setting strategies group member goal setting tools group member incentive practices group member incentive strategies group member incentive tools group member invitations group member loyalty practices group member loyalty tools group member motivation practices group member motivation strategies group member motivation tools group member networking practices group member networking strategies group member networking tools group member notifications group member performance tracking practices group member performance tracking strategies group member performance tracking tools group member project management practices group member project management strategies group member project management tools group member recognition practices group member recognition strategies group member recognition tools group member resource sharing practices group member resource sharing strategies group member resource sharing tools group member retention practices group member retention strategies group member reward practices group member reward strategies group member reward tools group member satisfaction practices group member satisfaction tools group member support practices group member support strategies group member support tools group member task management practices group member task management strategies group member task management tools group member time management practices group member time management strategies group member time management tools group member training practices group member training strategies group member training tools group photo albums group search functionality |
| gptkbp:notable_members |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Travelers
gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Human_Rights gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Investors gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Nonprofits gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Health gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Education gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Books gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Business gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Food gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Music gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_News gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Pets gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Science gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_for_Travel Support Groups support groups professional networks hobbyist groups Yahoo! Groups for Parents Yahoo! Groups for Activism Yahoo! Groups for Alumni Yahoo! Groups for Charity Yahoo! Groups for Community Yahoo! Groups for Crafts Yahoo! Groups for Environment Yahoo! Groups for Fashion Yahoo! Groups for Fitness Yahoo! Groups for Gaming Yahoo! Groups for History Yahoo! Groups for Hobbies Yahoo! Groups for Movies Yahoo! Groups for Networking Yahoo! Groups for Parenting Yahoo! Groups for Photography Yahoo! Groups for Politics Yahoo! Groups for Relationships Yahoo! Groups for Religion Yahoo! Groups for Spirituality Yahoo! Groups for Sports Yahoo! Groups for Support Yahoo! Groups for Technology Yahoo! Groups for Volunteering History Groups Hobbies Groups Science Groups Sports Groups various interest-based communities Yahoo! Groups for Announcements Yahoo! Groups for Career Development Yahoo! Groups for Community Service Yahoo! Groups for Conferences Yahoo! Groups for Education Resources Yahoo! Groups for Entrepreneurs Yahoo! Groups for Environmental Issues Yahoo! Groups for Events Yahoo! Groups for Freelancers Yahoo! Groups for Job Searching Yahoo! Groups for Local Communities Yahoo! Groups for Mentorship Yahoo! Groups for Online Learning Yahoo! Groups for Philanthropy Yahoo! Groups for Professional Networking Yahoo! Groups for Skill Development Yahoo! Groups for Social Causes Yahoo! Groups for Startups Yahoo! Groups for Webinars Yahoo! Groups for Workshops Yahoo! Groups for Photographers Yahoo! Groups for Tech Enthusiasts Yahoo! Groups for Writers The Yahoo! Groups for Gamers The Yahoo! Groups for Parents The Yahoo! Groups for Photographers The Yahoo! Groups for Travelers The Yahoo! Groups for Writers |
| gptkbp:notable_users |
Support groups
Various community organizations Professional networks Interest-based groups Hobbyist groups |
| gptkbp:notifications |
Real-time notifications
Daily summaries email notifications sent prior to closure website announcements made |
| gptkbp:offers |
Search functionality
polls |
| gptkbp:official_language |
English
|
| gptkbp:original_purpose |
facilitate online discussions
|
| gptkbp:owned_by |
gptkb:Yahoo!
|
| gptkbp:owner |
gptkb:Yahoo!
gptkb:Yahoo_Inc. |
| gptkbp:parent_company |
gptkb:Oath_Inc.
|
| gptkbp:parent_organization |
gptkb:Verizon_Media
gptkb:Yahoo! gptkb:Yahoo_Inc. |
| gptkbp:platform |
web-based
|
| gptkbp:platforms |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups
gptkb:Reddit gptkb:Slack gptkb:Facebook_Groups gptkb:Discord |
| gptkbp:primary_function |
Group communication
email list management |
| gptkbp:provides |
file sharing
email notifications search functionality Email notifications moderation tools Web-based interface polls photo sharing |
| gptkbp:provides_guidance_on |
Content moderation
Respectful communication No harassment User reporting system No spam Yahoo! community guidelines |
| gptkbp:purpose |
discussion forums
Facilitate online discussions facilitate discussions facilitate online discussions discussion and sharing of interests discussion and sharing |
| gptkbp:reason_for_shutdown |
decline in usage
|
| gptkbp:registration |
free
|
| gptkbp:replaced_by |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Mail
gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_Archive Yahoo! Groups successor features |
| gptkbp:security_features |
data encryption
Customizable two-factor authentication spam filtering privacy settings member approval |
| gptkbp:service |
community engagement
|
| gptkbp:services |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Finance
gptkb:Yahoo!_Mail gptkb:Yahoo!_News gptkb:Yahoo!_Sports gptkb:Yahoo!_Developer_Network gptkb:Yahoo!_Entertainment gptkb:Yahoo!_Lifestyle gptkb:Yahoo!_Finance_API gptkb:Yahoo!_Messenger gptkb:Yahoo!_Answers gptkb:Yahoo!_Music gptkb:Yahoo!_Search gptkb:Yahoo!_Weather Yahoo! terms of service allowed group discussions connected people with similar interests enabled group collaboration facilitated group communication provided group management tools |
| gptkbp:shut_down |
December 15, 2020
|
| gptkbp:status |
Defunct
defunct |
| gptkbp:storage |
Yahoo! servers
|
| gptkbp:student_enrollment |
User-generated content
Archived messages Files and photos archived content available limited access after shutdown no new content after shutdown |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Mail
gptkb:Yahoo!_Groups_Archive gptkb:Groups.io Yahoo! Groups (limited features) |
| gptkbp:supports |
file sharing
email notifications group management group discussions private groups group messaging Email-based discussions public groups Public and private groups |
| gptkbp:target_audience |
Various interest groups
|
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:Roman_Empire
gptkb:Social_Media Web-based service email list |
| gptkbp:used_for |
gptkb:community_building
support groups event planning professional networking interest-based communities |
| gptkbp:user_base |
millions
Millions of users millions of users |
| gptkbp:user_feedback |
mixed reactions
concerns over data loss nostalgia for past use requests for alternative platforms |
| gptkbp:user_interface |
Mobile-friendly design
Web-based interface Email-based interface |
| gptkbp:user_manual |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:was_a_precursor_to |
social media groups
|
| gptkbp:was_known_for |
user-generated content
|
| gptkbp:was_part_of |
gptkb:Yahoo!_Inc.
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Web
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
|