New York Unemployment: Can't finish claiming - No one answers calls. Should I go in person?

dont waste ur time going to the office, they'll just tell u to call or go online. its a complete joke 🤡

I found a way to actually get through! Used this service called claimyr.com - they dial and wait on hold for you, then connect you when a real person picks up. Costs $20 but totally worth it after weeks of trying. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

Try calling right when they open at 8am. Sometimes works better but its still a nightmare

Listen up, here's what you need to know about getting through to NY unemployment rn: - Phone lines are absolutely swamped, esp mid-day - Online system is glitchy af but try that first - Going to the office is pointless without appointment - Best times to call: early morning or late afternoon - If you're desperate and done playing phone tag, use claimyr.com - they'll wait on hold for you - Document EVERYTHING - dates, times, confirmation numbers - Send messages through your online account too Ive been through this whole mess and finally got it sorted. The system is broken but these steps help navigate it. Good luck! 👊

anyone else notice they hang up more in the afternoons? or is it just me 🤔

bruh i spent 3 weeks calling. finally got thru yesterday and they fixed it in 5 mins. its actually insane