Can't find option to certify weekly benefits in NYDOL account - Help!
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble certifying my weekly benefits. I can't find the option in my account to do it. I tried calling the unemployment office, but I couldn't get through. They sent me a text saying I need to create a PIN, which I did, but now I'm not sure what to do next. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any advice on how to get this sorted out?
25 comments
Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve unemployment certification issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYdf6QME25M
0 coins
Write a comment...
Oliver Brown
Ugh, I feel your pain. The unemployment system is such a mess rn. I had a similar issue last month. Have you tried logging out and back in? Sometimes that helps refresh the options.
0 coins
Honorah King
Thanks for the suggestion! I tried logging out and back in, but still no luck. It's so frustrating 😫
0 coins
7M
Mary Bates
Classic IT solution lol. Turn it off and on again 🙄
0 coins
7M
Oliver Brown
Hey, don't knock it till you try it! 😂 But yeah, the system's a joke. Good luck OP!
0 coins
6M
Write a comment...
Clay blendedgen
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/Rdqa1gKtxuE
0 coins
Ayla Kumar
Sounds sketchy. Is it legit? $20 seems steep just to make a phone call.
0 coins
7M
Clay blendedgen
I get the skepticism, but it's totally legit. Saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo.
0 coins
6M
Lorenzo McCormick
How long did it take to get through? I'm desperate but $20 is a lot rn
0 coins
6M
Clay blendedgen
It took about 2 hours for me, but I didn't have to sit by the phone. They called when an agent was on the line. Way better than wasting a whole day dialing myself.
0 coins
6M
Write a comment...
Carmella Popescu
Here's what you need to do: 1. Double-check that your PIN is correctly set up in the system. Sometimes there's a delay between when you create it and when it's active. 2. Try accessing the certification page directly through this URL: [insert URL here]. Sometimes the main dashboard doesn't update properly. 3. If that doesn't work, you might need to file a new claim. The system occasionally glitches and doesn't recognize existing claims. 4. As a last resort, you'll need to speak with a rep. Try calling right when they open or just before closing - those are usually the best times to get through. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions.
0 coins
Honorah King
Thank you so much for the detailed response! I'll try these steps and report back. Fingers crossed 🤞
0 coins
7M
Kai Santiago
This is solid advice. Saved for future reference!
0 coins
6M
Write a comment...
Lim Wong
have u tried using the mobile app? sometimes it works better than the website
0 coins
Write a comment...
Dananyl Lear
I swear they make it difficult on purpose 🤬 Been dealing with this BS for months now. The whole system needs an overhaul!
0 coins
Noah huntAce420
Preach! 🙌 It's like they're trying to discourage people from claiming benefits we're entitled to.
0 coins
6M
Ana Rusula
Tinfoil hat time: maybe that's exactly what they're doing 👀
0 coins
6M
Write a comment...
Fidel Carson
Pro tip: if you can't certify online, you can usually do it by phone. The number should be on your paperwork. It's an automated system, so you don't have to deal with the nightmare of getting a human on the line.
0 coins
Honorah King
Thanks for the tip! I'll give that a try if the online method keeps failing.
0 coins
6M
Write a comment...
Isaiah Sanders
guys im in the same boat.its been 3 weeks and i still cant certify. this is rediculous!
0 coins
Xan Dae
Hang in there, buddy. We're all struggling with this clown show 🤡
0 coins
6M
Write a comment...
Fiona Gallagher
Have you checked your spam folder? Sometimes important emails from unemployment end up there. They might have sent instructions or a special link to certify.
0 coins
Write a comment...
Thais Soares
Plot twist: the unemployment office is actually run by a bunch of cats walking across keyboards. Would explain a lot tbh 😹
0 coins
Nalani Liu
LOL that actually makes more sense than whatever's going on now 🐱💻
0 coins
6M
Axel Bourke
Meow meow *system error* meow 😂
0 coins
6M
Write a comment...