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EDD Online Application Keeps Failing - Help!

Hey everyone, I'm having a really frustrating time trying to open my unemployment claim online. Every time I try to finish the application, something goes wrong and I can't complete it. Has anyone else run into this issue? Any tips on how to get through the process? I'm at my wits' end here!

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve unemployment claim online submission issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2LU9gRJDgw

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Ashley Simian

Ugh, I feel your pain! The online system is a total nightmare. I had the same problem last month. Have you tried clearing your browser cache and cookies? Sometimes that helps with weird glitches.

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Miguel Harvey

Thanks for the suggestion! I'll give that a try. Did it end up working for you?

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Ashley Simian

It actually did help! But I also had to switch from Chrome to Firefox. Idk why, but sometimes the site just hates certain browsers šŸ¤·ā€ā™‚ļø

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Oliver Cheng

omg yes! i had to use internet explorer of all things to get it to work. talk about ancient technology šŸ˜‚

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Taylor To

I've been dealing with this for WEEKS. its so frustrating! Have you tried calling them? I know its a pain, but sometimes talking to a real person is the only way to get things sorted out.

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Miguel Harvey

I've tried calling, but I can never get through. It's always busy or I'm on hold forever. šŸ˜«

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Ella Cofer

Pro tip: call right when they open in the morning. You might have to try a few days in a row, but thats how I finally got through!

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Kevin Bell

Listen up, folks! I've been through this rodeo before, and I've got some tips that might help: ā€¢ Double-check all your info: Sometimes a tiny typo can mess up the whole application. ā€¢ Try different times of day: The system might be overloaded during peak hours. ā€¢ Use a desktop if possible: Mobile can be glitchy. ā€¢ Take screenshots of each page: If you need to call, you can reference exactly where you got stuck. ā€¢ Check your internet connection: A weak signal can cause timeouts. ā€¢ Look for error messages: Write them down to report if you need to call. If all else fails, you might have to bite the bullet and call. It sucks, but sometimes it's the only way. Hang in there!

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Miguel Harvey

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try all of these. You're a lifesaver! šŸ™

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Savannah Glover

This should be pinned at the top of the sub. So helpful!

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Felix Grigori

have u tried turning it off and on again? šŸ¤£ jk jk... but seriously, the unemployment system is a joke. good luck, OP!

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Felicity Bud

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. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

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Max Reyes

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Felicity Bud

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

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Mikayla Davison

20 bucks? thats highway robbery!

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Felicity Bud

I get it, but for me, it was worth not having to spend all day on hold. Time is money, ya know?

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Adrian Connor

Anyone else think its ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get the benefits we're entitled to? The system is broken, man.

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Aisha Jackson

Preach! šŸ™Œ It's like they make it difficult on purpose.

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Ryder Everingham

Totally agree. We need to start writing to our representatives about this. It's not okay.

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Lilly Curtis

Hey OP, what specific error are you getting? I work in IT and might be able to help troubleshoot.

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Miguel Harvey

It just says 'Unable to process your request at this time' when I try to submit the final page. No specific error code. šŸ˜•

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Lilly Curtis

Hmm, sounds like it could be a server-side issue. Have you tried applying super late at night or early morning? Less traffic might help.

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