WMR & IRS.gov locked me out - too many login attempts for 2023 refund status
Been trying to check my refund status all day but keep getting locked out of both Where's My Refund and the IRS website. I know for sure I'm putting in the right info but it keeps saying I exceeded too many tries and to check back tomorrow. Anyone else dealing with this rn?
15 comments


McKenzie Shade
This is a security feature to prevent unauthorized access attempts. Wait 24 hours before trying again. Make sure you're entering EXACT numbers from your tax return - the refund amount needs to be precise to the dollar. Also double check you're using the right filing status and SSN.
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Caden Turner
•this is crazy fr, i know my info is right. the system is straight 🤡
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McKenzie Shade
•I get the frustration, but the lockout is actually protecting your info. Take a deep breath and try again tomorrow 👍
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Harmony Love
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Rudy Cenizo
•fr? does it actually work? tired of wmr playing games
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Harmony Love
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Rudy Cenizo
•just tried it and WOW 🔥 finally know whats actually going on with my refund!
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Natalie Khan
Same boat fam 😤 3rd time being locked out this week
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Daryl Bright
pro tip: set a reminder on ur phone to check once per day. thats all u need tbh checking multiple times wont make ur refund come faster
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Caden Turner
•easier said than done when u need that money rn 😩
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Sienna Gomez
IRS systems been extra glitchy lately. I work at a tax office and we've seen tons of clients with the same issue. Usually resolves itself after 24hrs
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Kirsuktow DarkBlade
lmaooo irs really said log off and touch grass 💅
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Abigail bergen
•fr fr they need to get it together 😭
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Javier Morales
Been there! The lockout is super annoying but it's usually because the system is being extra sensitive. Make sure you're using the EXACT refund amount from line 35a of your 1040 (not what you think you'll get). Also try using a different browser or clearing your cache - sometimes that helps with the login issues.
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Gianna Scott
•thanks for the tip about line 35a! i've been using the rounded number this whole time 🤦♀️ gonna try the different browser thing too
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