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Ugh, I feel your pain! The EDD website is such a mess. Have you tried clearing your browser cache and cookies? Sometimes that helps with login issues.
Same boat here. It's like they WANT us to fail at getting our benefits. I've had better luck using Chrome instead of other browsers. Maybe give that a shot?
I went thru this last month. Turns out it was a "system error" on their end. 🙄 Keep calling and don't give up! Once you get someone on the phone, they can usually fix it pretty quick.
The whole UI system needs a complete overhaul. It's not fit for purpose anymore. We should be writing to our representatives about this!
Protip: If you can't get through on the main line, try calling some of the other EDD numbers (like the employer line) and ask to be transferred. Sometimes works like a charm 😉
Hey, 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 the link: https://claimyr.com
Pro tip: si tienes Twitter, a veces responden más rápido a los tweets públicos. Yo conseguí que revisaran mi caso después de twittearles. Vale la pena intentarlo!
Hey OP, just a heads up - when you do get through, make sure you have all your docs ready. They'll probably ask for proof of your new address and maybe some ID verification stuff. Better to have it all on hand so you don't have to call back.
This might sound crazy, but has anyone tried faxing EDD? I remember reading somewhere that they still accept faxes and it might be faster than calling.
Plot twist: what if the EDD is actually run by a bunch of hamsters on wheels and that's why everything takes so long? 🐹💨
guys. i've been dealing with this for MONTHS. like since last year. its a total clown show 🤡 I've called hundreds of times, sent emails, even wrote a letter. nada. zilch. zero. I'm bout ready to give up tbh
Has anyone else noticed that the EDD website is always 'down for maintenance' when you actually need to use it? 🙄 It's like they're trolling us at this point.
This happened to me last year. It was a nightmare. I ended up having to go to my local EDD office in person to get it sorted out. Took all day but at least it got fixed. Might be worth a shot if you're not having any luck on the phone.
Thanks for the advice! I'm feeling a bit better about it now. Do you think I should mention that I have other interviews, or just keep it vague?
Dylan Cooper
I found a method to 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. (https://claimyr.com
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Dylan Cooper
•@profile 13 Yeah, you schedule a time slot. They call the EDD, navigate the menu, and wait on hold. When an agent picks up, they forward the call to your phone. It's pretty slick.
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Ava Johnson
•While Claimyr might be convenient, it's always wise to weigh the cost versus the benefit. For some, it might be worth it, especially if EDD communication delays are affecting finances.
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Amina Sy
Pro tip: if you do end up calling, try right when they open or about an hour before they close. Those times seem to have shorter wait times in my experience.
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Oliver Fischer
•Great tip! Timing can make all the difference in cutting down on wait times. It's little tricks like these that can save a lot of frustration.
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