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Dmitry Volkov

PFL direct deposit update not working online - help!

Hey everyone, I'm having trouble updating my direct deposit for PFL online. The system won't let me make any changes. Has anyone else run into this issue? Any tips on how to get it fixed?

Ugh, I had the same problem last month. It's so frustrating! Have you tried calling them? That's what I ended up having to do.

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Emma Taylor

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I've been trying to call but can't get through. It's like their phone lines are always busy 😫

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Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 20 minutes on hold that way!

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20 minutes? You got lucky! I was on hold for 2 hours last time 😭

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StarSeeker

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Ugh, I had the same problem last month. It's so frustrating! Have you tried clearing your browser cache and cookies? Sometimes that helps with weird website glitches.

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Thanks for the suggestion! I'll give that a try and see if it helps. Fingers crossed šŸ¤ž

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Ava Martinez

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I tried that too and it didnt work for me. The whole system is a joke tbh 🤔

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StarSeeker

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Dang, sorry to hear that. Yeah, the system can be a real pain sometimes. Hope you guys find a solution!

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Miguel Ortiz

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I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

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Zainab Omar

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Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Miguel Ortiz

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I was skeptical at first too, but it actually worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.

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20 bucks tho? Idk if its worth it...

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Miguel Ortiz

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For me, it was worth every penny. Time is money, and I wasted way more than $20 worth of time trying to get through on my own.

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I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

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Sounds too good to be true. Does it really work?

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Yeah, it actually does! I was skeptical at first too, but I was desperate. It saved me hours of frustration.

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Omar Fawzi

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$20 seems steep just to make a phone call. The system is so broken šŸ¤¦ā€ā™‚ļø

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I get it, but for me, it was worth it. Time is money, and I wasted way more than $20 worth of time trying to get through on my own.

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Yara Sayegh

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Have you tried calling them directly? I know its a pain, but sometimes thats the only way to get things done with these government systems.

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NebulaNova

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I've been dealing with PFL issues for weeks now. Here's what I've learned: • The online system is notoriously glitchy, especially for direct deposit updates • Calling is usually more effective, but be prepared for long wait times • If you can, try to call right when they open in the morning • Have all your info ready: claim number, SSN, bank details, etc. • Be persistent! Sometimes it takes multiple attempts Hope this helps. Good luck!

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Wow, thank you so much for this detailed info! Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I'll definitely try calling first thing tomorrow morning.

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This is gold šŸ’Æ Saving this for future reference!

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Chloe Wilson

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Have you tried updating your direct deposit info through your bank instead? Sometimes that's easier than dealing with the PFL website.

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I swear, dealing with PFL is like trying to nail jello to a wall šŸ™„ Good luck, OP!

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LOL 🤣 that's the perfect description

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Paolo Conti

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lol welcome to the wonderful world of government bureaucracy. where everything is made up and the points dont matter šŸŽ­

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Amina Diallo

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🤣🤣🤣 Ain't that the truth!

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Here's what worked for me when I had this issue: 1. Clear your browser cache and cookies 2. Try using a different browser (I had success with Firefox) 3. If that doesn't work, try accessing the site during off-peak hours (like early morning) 4. Make sure all your info matches exactly what's on file (even small discrepancies can cause issues) 5. If all else fails, you might need to mail in a paper form. You can download it from their website. Hope this helps! Let me know if you need any more info.

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Emma Taylor

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Thank you so much for the detailed advice! I'll give these a try and report back.

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Sean Kelly

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This is gold šŸ’Æ Saving this for later!

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Have you checked if theres any system maintenance scheduled? Sometimes they do updates that mess with the site functionality.

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Oh, I hadn't thought of that. Where would I find that information?

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Usually on their main website or social media pages. Worth a look!

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Zara Malik

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am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we have to jump through all these hoops just to update our bank info?? šŸ¤”

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Luca Greco

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Nope, youre not alone. The whole system needs an overhaul tbh

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Nia Thompson

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Preach! šŸ™Œ It's 2023, this should be way easier

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GUYS I JUST GOT THROUGH TO A REAL PERSON AFTER 2 HOURS ON HOLD. there is hope!!!

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Congrats! šŸŽ‰ Any tips for the rest of us poor souls still waiting?

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Honestly, just patience and a fully charged phone šŸ“± Good luck!

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Have you checked if there's a maintenance schedule for the website? Sometimes they do updates that can affect functionality.

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Ive been dealing with PFL for 3 months now and I swear, every time I think I've figured it out, theres a new problem 😩 Hang in there, OP!

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3 months? You poor soul 😢 Sending good vibes your way!

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