EDD Login Issues: Can't Reset Password for Disability Claim Due to Forgotten Employment Dates
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with my unemployment account. I can't log in to file a disability claim because I can't reset my password. The problem is I don't remember the dates of my prior employment or when I last got an unemployment check. It was during COVID when they stopped all the payments at once. I've tried contacting unemployment, but no one's been able to help me out. Anyone else run into this? Any ideas on what I can do?
21 comments
Join the conversation
Kaiya Rivera
Ugh, I feel your pain! 😫 The EDD system is such a nightmare. Have you tried calling their tech support line? Sometimes they can verify your identity another way.
0 coins
Amelia Dietrich
•I've been trying to get through for days, but no luck. It's always busy or they hang up on me. 😞
0 coins
Katherine Ziminski
•Pro tip: call right when they open. Set an alarm and be ready to dial! 💯
0 coins
Amelia Dietrich
•Thanks for the tip! I'll give it a shot tomorrow morning. Fingers crossed 🤞
0 coins
Noah Irving
I had a similar issue last year. Here's what worked for me: 1. Gather any old documents you can find - tax returns, old emails, anything with dates on it. 2. Write down a rough timeline of your employment history. 3. Call EDD and explain your situation. Be patient and polite. 4. Ask if they can verify your identity using your SSN and other personal info. 5. If all else fails, request a password reset by mail. Hope this helps! Let me know if you need any more advice.
0 coins
Amelia Dietrich
•Wow, thank you so much for the detailed advice! I'll definitely try this approach. Really appreciate it! 🙏
0 coins
Vanessa Chang
•This is solid advice right here 👆 EDD agents can usually work with you if you're upfront about not remembering exact dates.
0 coins
Madison King
have you tried using the 'forgot password' option on the website? sometimes it asks different security questions
0 coins
Julian Paolo
Man, the EDD is such a joke. They make it impossible to get help when you need it most. The whole system needs an overhaul! 🤬
0 coins
Ella Knight
•Preach! 🙌 I've been saying this for years. It's like they want us to fail.
0 coins
William Schwarz
•Guys, cmon. The system is overloaded. Cut them some slack.
0 coins
Julian Paolo
•@profile 8 Found the EDD employee 🙄
0 coins
Lauren Johnson
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 a video about it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
0 coins
Jade Santiago
•Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?
0 coins
Lauren Johnson
•Yeah, it's legit. I was skeptical too, but I was desperate. It worked for me!
0 coins
Caleb Stone
•20 bucks tho? 😬 That's steep for something that should be free.
0 coins
Lauren Johnson
•@profile 11 I get it, but for me, it was worth it to finally talk to someone after weeks of trying.
0 coins
Daniel Price
have u tried going to an edd office in person? sometimes its easier to sort this stuff out face to face
0 coins
Amelia Dietrich
•I didn't even know that was an option! Do you know if I need an appointment?
0 coins
Daniel Price
•last time i went it was walk-in, but maybe call ahead to check. good luck!
0 coins
Olivia Evans
Lol welcome to the club 🎉 We're all stuck in EDD hell together 😂😭
0 coins