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EDD Certification Button Missing After Reopening Claim - Help!

Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with my unemployment claim. I got laid off last week and tried to reopen my claim, but now I can't certify. The certification button just isn't there! I originally opened the claim about 5 months ago, and when I tried to certify the other day, the option was missing. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any advice on what to do next?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve missing unemployment certification button, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duP9tnAWtPE

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Beatrice Marshall

Ugh, the EDD system is such a nightmare! I had a similar issue last year. Have you tried calling them? It's probably a glitch in their system.

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Mae Bennett

I've been trying to call but no luck getting through. It's so frustrating!

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Melina Haruko

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold that way.

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Beatrice Marshall

Good advice! Also, try calling on Wednesdays. For some reason, it seems less busy then.

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Dallas Villalobos

This happened to me too! Turns out there was a flag on my account because of the gap between when I first opened it and when I tried to certify. You definitely need to talk to a rep to get it sorted out.

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Reina Salazar

Have you checked your UI Online inbox? Sometimes they send messages there about claim issues that prevent certification.

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Mae Bennett

Good idea, I'll take a look. Thanks!

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Saanvi Krishnaswami

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/Ize0EkN4HDI

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Demi Lagos

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Saanvi Krishnaswami

I was skeptical too, but it really worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Mason Lopez

How long did it take to get through?

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Saanvi Krishnaswami

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

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Vera Visnjic

Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything: Write down when you first opened your claim, when you got laid off, and when you tried to certify. 2. Check your UI Online account for any messages or alerts. 3. Try to recertify online one more time, just in case it was a temporary glitch. 4. If that doesn't work, you NEED to speak with a rep. Use the contact page on the EDD website to request a callback. 5. While waiting for a callback, prepare a list of questions and have all your employment docs ready. 6. If you don't hear back within a week, try calling again or consider using a paid service to get through. 7. Once you talk to someone, ask them to explain why the certification button disappeared and what steps you need to take to prevent this in the future. Good luck! The system is a mess, but persistence pays off. 💪

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Mae Bennett

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely follow these steps.

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Jake Sinclair

This is gold 💯 Saving this for future reference!

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Brielle Johnson

have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣 jk jk... but seriously, sometimes logging out and back in can fix weird glitches on the EDD site.

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Honorah King

OP, what industry do you work in? There might be specific programs or resources available depending on your field.

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Mae Bennett

I was working in retail. Are there any specific resources for that sector?

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Honorah King

Check out the Workforce Development Board in your area. They often have programs specifically for retail workers transitioning to new jobs or dealing with unemployment.

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Oliver Brown

This whole system is rigged against us, I swear. They make it so hard to get benefits on purpose. 😤

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Mary Bates

Preach! 🙌 It's like they want us to give up.

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Clay blendedgen

C'mon guys, it's not a conspiracy. The system is just outdated and overloaded.

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Ayla Kumar

Hey, has anyone else noticed that the EDD website is super slow lately? Wonder if that's related to OP's issue...

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