New York Unemployment: Filed in October, Can't Get Through Phone System, No Benefits Yet

Been dealing with the same issue since September. The phone system is absolutely useless rn. I've tried calling at different times, different days - nothing works. Its like they dont want us to reach them 🤡

Found a solution that actually works! Used claimyr.com - its this service that calls and waits on hold for you, then connects you when a real person picks up. Costs $20 but worth every penny cause I finally got through! Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

Here's what worked for me - send a message through your online account AND try Twitter. Their social media team sometimes responds faster than phone support.

DETAILED GUIDE FOR GETTING THROUGH: Look, the NY unemployment system is overwhelmed but there are several ways to get help: 1. Use claimyr.com - they'll wait on hold and call you when an agent picks up. Costs money but works. 2. Call exactly at 8:00 AM using multiple phones if possible 3. Contact your state representative - they often have direct lines 4. Use the message system in your online account 5. Keep detailed records of all your attempts DON'T give up - persistence is key. Your benefits are your right! Edit: Also check if your severance is affecting your claim timeline. Sometimes that delays things.

submitted my stuff in September and radio silence. system is broken af

anyone else notice the phone system hangs up faster now? used to at least get to hold music lmao