How to change email on EDD account after certifying for benefits?

I found a way to solve updating EDD email address issue, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T06ZScis354

Plot twist: what if the wrong email is actually right and we're all living in a simulation? 🤔👽

Listen up, I've been through this rodeo before. Here's what you need to do to update your email with EDD: 1. Call the EDD customer service number (good luck getting through) 2. When you finally reach a human, tell them you need to update your email address 3. They'll ask for your personal info to verify your identity 4. Give them your new email address 5. Ask them to confirm the change and when it will take effect 6. Get a confirmation number or reference for the change Pro tip: Call right when they open in the morning for the best chance of getting through quickly. And have all your info ready before you call!

Have you tried logging into your account online? Sometimes you can update basic info there without calling.

Anybody else miss the good ol' days when you could just walk into an office and talk to a real person? #bringbackhumaninteraction

Hi everyone! To update your email with EDD, calling customer service directly is indeed the required step. Unfortunately, the process can be lengthy due to high call volumes. Using external services like Claimyr can expedite the wait, but be aware of the associated costs. While Claimyr has helped many reduce wait times, it's crucial to verify the legitimacy of third-party services before using them. If opting for traditional routes, timing your call right as lines open can improve your chances. Additionally, though the EDD website currently lacks the functionality to change emails online, keeping your account details updated elsewhere can prevent future complications. Patience and persistence are key—EDD’s system is complex, but with the correct approach, you'll manage to get your issue sorted.

Plot twist: What if the real unemployment benefit was the friends we made along the way? 🤯👫👬👭

Seriously tho, has anyone actually had a GOOD experience with EDD? Starting to think they're mythical creatures at this point 🦄

Hot take: what if we all changed our emails to edd@edd.ca.gov? They can't ignore themselves, right? 🤔

Guys I just had a brilliant idea: what if we all pool our money together and buy EDD? We can't be worse at running it than they are, right? 🤑

Guys, I'm in the same boat. Been trying to update my address for weeks. This system is so broken 😫

Hey OP, just curious - how long have you been dealing with this issue? I'm on week 3 of trying to get through to EDD 😭

Yo, I found a way to get someone on the phone without the wait. 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: If you're gonna call EDD, make sure your phone is fully charged. You'll be on hold long enough to watch the entire Lord of the Rings trilogy (extended editions) 🧙‍♂️💍

Have you tried sending a carrier pigeon to edd? might be faster than calling lmao 🐦

PSA: Remember to breathe, stay hydrated, and try not to throw your phone across the room while dealing with EDD. We're all gonna make it 💪💧📱

Ugh, dealing with EDD is always a nightmare. Good luck getting through to anyone on the phone. I've been trying for weeks!

Yall ever think about how wild it is that we're all here struggling with the same government system? Like, we're all in this together, High School Musical style 🎵

Guys I think I cracked the code! If you call EDD while standing on one foot, spinning in a circle, and reciting the alphabet backwards, you'll get through instantly!

I had the same issue last year. You'll need to call them to update your email. Be prepared to wait on hold for hours tho 🙄

Unpopular opinion: maybe we should all just give up and become hermits in the woods. No email needed! 🌲🏕️

Has anyone tried updating their info through UI Online? Sometimes you can do it there without calling.

I feel your pain! I went through the exact same thing last month. Here's what worked for me: I called EDD at exactly 8:00 AM when they opened (set like 5 alarms lol) and got through in about 45 minutes instead of the usual 3+ hours. The rep was actually really helpful and changed my email on the spot - took maybe 5 minutes once I got someone. They sent me a confirmation email to both my old and new addresses. Just make sure you have your SSN, claim number, and all your personal info ready before you call. Don't give up! 💪

Honestly, Emma, I'd recommend trying Diego's approach first - calling right when they open is your best bet. I had a similar issue with my account info and it took forever to get through, but once I did, the rep was actually pretty helpful. Also, make sure you have EVERYTHING ready before you call - your SSN, claim number, current email, new email, and maybe even your mother's maiden name just in case lol. The hold music will drive you insane but it's worth it once you get someone on the line. Good luck! 🍀

OMG Emma, I literally just went through this nightmare last week! 😭 Here's what finally worked for me: I called the EDD number (1-800-300-5616) at exactly 8:01 AM (not 8:00 - everyone calls then!) and pressed 1-2-1 really fast to get through the menu. Took me about 2 hours on hold but I finally got a human! The rep was super nice and updated my email in like 3 minutes. Make sure you have your claim number, SSN, and both email addresses written down before you call. Also pro tip: use speakerphone and do something else while you wait - I reorganized my entire closet lol. You got this! 💪✨

Just wanted to share my experience for anyone else dealing with this! I had the exact same email issue a few months ago. After trying everything suggested here, I finally got through using the early morning call strategy (around 8:02 AM on a Tuesday - seemed to have shorter wait times mid-week). The rep was actually super helpful and updated my email instantly. One thing I'd add to all the great advice here: make sure you log out and back into your EDD account after they make the change to confirm it went through. Also, they'll send you a confirmation to BOTH your old and new email addresses, so don't panic if you see emails going to your old one initially. The whole process took about 90 minutes of hold time but only 3 minutes once I got someone. Patience and persistence really do pay off! Good luck Emma! 🍀

Hey Emma! I was in a similar situation a few months back and totally get the anxiety about messing something up after already certifying. The good news is that updating your email won't affect your benefits at all - it's just a contact info change. I ended up calling the main EDD line (1-800-300-5616) around 8:05 AM on a Wednesday and got through in about an hour. The rep was really understanding and made the change super quickly. Just have your claim number, SSN, old email, and new email ready to go. Also, don't worry if you see some emails still going to your old address for a day or two - it takes a bit for everything to update in their system. You've got this! 💪