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EDD Account Locked Out: Forgot Password & Security Question. Help!

Hey everyone, I'm having trouble accessing my EDD account. I forgot my password and can't remember the answer to my security question. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any tips on how to reset everything?

Tom Maxon

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I found a way to solve EDD account password reset issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7huv7mN324

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Esteban Tate

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Ugh, been there done that. EDD's system is such a pain sometimes. Have you tried calling their tech support line? They might be able to help you reset everything.

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Alice Pierce

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Thanks for the suggestion. I've been trying to call but keep getting stuck on hold forever. 😫 Any tricks to get through?

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Pro tip: call right when they open in the morning. You might have better luck getting through then.

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Alice Pierce

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Good idea, I'll give that a shot tomorrow. Fingers crossed! 🤞

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Elin Robinson

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Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Elin Robinson

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Beth Ford

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How long did it take for them to get someone on the line?

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Elin Robinson

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It took about 2 hours for me, but I didn't have to sit there listening to hold music. They just called me when an agent was ready.

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Here's what you need to do: 1. Go to the EDD website and click on 'Forgot Password' 2. You'll need to provide your SSN and driver's license/ID number 3. If you can't answer the security question, there should be an option to reset it 4. They'll send a verification code to your email or phone 5. Use that code to set up a new password and security question If that doesn't work, you might need to create a whole new account. It's a hassle, but sometimes it's the only way. Good luck!

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Alice Pierce

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Thank you so much for the detailed steps! I'll give this a try right now.

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This is solid advice. Wish I had known this earlier, would've saved me a ton of headaches!

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Joy Olmedo

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lol welcome to the club. EDD's website is like trying to navigate a maze blindfolded while riding a unicycle. 🤡

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Isaiah Cross

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Have you tried using a different browser? Sometimes clearing your cache and cookies can help too. EDD's site can be finicky.

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Alice Pierce

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I haven't tried that yet. Good idea, I'll give it a shot!

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Kiara Greene

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Ugh, I feel your pain. I was locked out of my account for WEEKS. Had to send in physical mail to verify my identity. It was a nightmare. Hope you have better luck!

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Evelyn Kelly

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Physical mail? What is this, 1995? 🙄 EDD needs to get with the times fr

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