Can't log in to EDD account - forgot last payment amount from years ago. Help!

Ugh, I hate when they do this! It's like they expect us to keep track of every penny from years ago. Have you tried calling them directly? Sometimes talking to a real person can help bypass these stupid online security measures.

I found a way to get someone on the phone fast. I used this site called claimyr.com. It's a calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, and then sends the call to your phone when a live agent picks up. It costs $20, but it worked for me. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

Have you checked your old emails? Sometimes they send confirmation emails with payment amounts. Might be worth digging through your inbox if you haven't deleted everything.

This happened to me last year. I ended up having to go to their office in person with a ton of ID. It was a pain, but they were able to verify my identity and reset everything without needing that stupid payment amount. Might be worth a shot if you're near an office.

The whole system is broken af. They make it so hard to access our own accounts, it's ridiculous. I swear they do this on purpose to discourage people from claiming benefits. 🤬

Here's what I'd recommend: 1. Try to locate any old paperwork or emails related to your account. Even if you can't find the exact amount, any documentation might help. 2. If you can't find anything, call their customer service line. Be prepared with: - Your Social Security number - Any old addresses you've had - Past employment details - Any claim numbers you might have 3. Explain your situation calmly. Ask if there are alternative ways to verify your identity. 4. If phone doesn't work, try visiting an office in person as someone else suggested. 5. As a last resort, you might need to file a new claim to essentially 'reset' your account. Remember, you're not the first person to face this issue. Stay persistent and don't be afraid to escalate to a supervisor if needed. Good luck!

lol welcome to bureaucracy hell. where everything's made up and the points dont matter 🤡

Have you tried guessing? Sometimes they give you a few attempts before locking you out. Maybe try round numbers like $100, $500, etc. Worth a shot before going through the hassle of calling or visiting an office.

This is why I always screenshot EVERYTHING. Never know when some random info from years ago will come back to bite you. Lesson learned for next time, I guess.

I went through this exact same nightmare about 6 months ago! What finally worked for me was going through their "Account Recovery" process instead of the regular login. You have to fill out a form with as much personal info as possible (SSN, old addresses, employment history, etc.) and they'll review it manually. It takes about 2-3 weeks, but they eventually sent me a temporary password via mail. Way better than trying to remember some random payment amount from forever ago. The form is buried deep in their website under "Help" > "Account Issues" if I remember correctly. Hope this helps!

I had a similar issue a few years back! What ended up working for me was contacting my local state assembly member's office. I know it sounds weird, but they actually have staff who help constituents with government agency issues like this. They were able to contact EDD directly on my behalf and got my account sorted within a week. Just had to provide them with my basic info and explain the situation. Worth trying if the other suggestions don't pan out - it's a free service and way faster than the normal channels!