Can't access Money Network debit card by phone or view EDD account online - locked out!
I'm at my wit's end here! Since yesterday, I've been completely locked out of my Money Network debit card by phone AND my EDD online account. When I call the debit card number, it just keeps asking for my SSN and DOB but then says 'We cannot verify your information at this time' and hangs up. Then I tried logging into UI Online to check my balance there, but it says my password is incorrect (it's NOT - I have it saved). I requested a password reset email but never got one after 3 attempts. I need to pay rent in 4 days and have NO idea how much money is on my card or how to access it. Has anyone else experienced both systems going down at the same time? Is the EDD system having some kind of major outage? I've tried calling the main EDD number but just get the 'we're experiencing high call volume' message after waiting 45 minutes.
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Astrid Bergström
omg same here!!!! been trying since last night. cant get into Money Network OR my edd account. did we get hacked??
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Ravi Patel
•That's exactly what I'm worried about too! Have you been able to reach ANYONE at EDD? I'm starting to panic about identity theft...
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PixelPrincess
There was a system maintenance scheduled for last night that was supposed to end at 2am. Sounds like it might be running longer than expected. The Money Network card system and UI Online are actually separate systems, but they might both be affected by backend updates. I would recommend trying these steps: 1. For the Money Network card: Try calling from a different phone. Sometimes their system has issues with certain carriers. 2. For UI Online: Clear your browser cache completely, then try a different browser entirely. Also, check your spam folder for the reset emails. 3. If you need your balance urgently, try checking at an ATM with your physical card (if you have it). If none of that works by tomorrow morning, you might need to contact EDD directly to verify your identity hasn't been compromised.
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Ravi Patel
•Thank you for these suggestions! I didn't know about any scheduled maintenance. I'll try calling from my partner's phone and clearing my browser. I do have my physical card so I'll try an ATM too, though I'll get hit with a fee. Better than not knowing at all!
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Omar Farouk
this happend to me 2 weeks ago when i tryed to many wrong passwords. they lock both accounts for security. u have to wait 48 hours for it to reset or call edd directly. good luck getting thru lol took me 3 days
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Ravi Patel
•3 DAYS?!? That's insane, I can't wait that long - I have bills due! Did you just keep calling the regular number or is there a special department for account lockouts?
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Chloe Martin
This smells like a system-wide security lockdown to me. EDD has been getting absolutely HAMMERED with fraud attempts lately. A friend who works at the call center (not supposed to tell me this stuff but whatever) said they've been implementing stricter verification measures because of identity theft. And of course they don't TELL anyone when they make these changes! They just lock everything down and make us waste HOURS trying to get through to anyone who can help. I've been on unemployment three times in my life and EVERY TIME it's some new nightmare with their systems. You're probably going to need to talk to a real person to verify your identity again. Good luck with that...
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Diego Fernández
•You got that right. Took me FIVE HOURS on hold last month for a similar issue. By the time I got through, I was practically in tears. The agent actually told me they were having system integration problems between the Money Network database and the main EDD system. But of course, they don't post that information anywhere useful.
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Anastasia Kuznetsov
I had the same problem a few months ago and was getting desperate after trying for days to reach someone at EDD. I ended up using a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an EDD representative in about 25 minutes instead of spending days redialing. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km The EDD rep told me that sometimes when there are suspicious login attempts, they temporarily lock both the UI Online account AND freeze access to the debit card system. They had to manually verify my identity and then unlock both systems. Took about 15 minutes once I actually got through to someone.
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Ravi Patel
•Thank you for suggesting this! I've never heard of Claimyr before but at this point I'll try anything. I've been calling non-stop for the past hour with no luck. Going to check out that video now.
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Omar Farouk
•i used claimyr too after spending 2 days calling. expensive but worked. better than losing access to all ur money
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Sean Fitzgerald
This situation happens more often than you'd think. Here's the technical explanation for why both systems might be locked at the same time: EDD and Money Network have an identity verification protocol that can trigger a dual-system lockout if certain patterns are detected. These include: 1. Multiple failed login attempts (on either system) 2. Access attempts from new devices or locations 3. Changes to your claim or personal information 4. Scheduled system maintenance that encounters errors The solution differs depending on which triggered it: - For maintenance issues: Wait 24-48 hours, then try again - For security lockouts: You need to call EDD at 1-800-300-5616, then select the option for account access issues (not regular claim questions) - For verification failures: You'll need to complete a new ID.me verification In the meantime, if you have your physical card, most ATMs will still show your balance even if phone banking is locked. You can also try the Money Network mobile app, which sometimes works when the website doesn't. Keep all documentation of your attempts to resolve this in case your benefits are delayed.
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Ravi Patel
•Thank you for this detailed explanation! I checked an ATM and at least could see my balance, so that's a relief. I've been trying that specific EDD number you mentioned but still getting the high call volume message. Going to keep trying and might use that Claimyr service if I can't get through by tomorrow.
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Astrid Bergström
update - mine just started working again! try checking yours now
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Ravi Patel
•OMG THANK YOU for the update! I just tried both and mine are working again too! Must have been that system maintenance the other person mentioned. What a relief - but still frustrating they don't communicate these things better. Thanks everyone for your help!
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