UPDATE: For anyone who finds this thread later - the landscape mode trick worked for me! Once I rotated my phone, the options for text/email appeared. Thanks everyone for your help! Claim is finally filed.

Just wanted to add another workaround that worked for me - if landscape mode doesn't work for you, try opening the PA UC site in an incognito/private browsing window. Something about the cached data was interfering with the 2FA buttons loading properly. Had to do this plus clear my cookies, but then the text/email options showed up normally in portrait mode. Hope this helps someone else who's struggling with this mess!

Me too! Finally working properly. Filed mine just now!

still getting errors on my end 😫 gonna try again tonight i guess

I'm going through something very similar right now - my benefits just expired last week after the full 26 weeks and I'm scrambling to figure out next steps. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful! I had no idea about continuing to file biweekly claims even with a zero balance, or about some of the local resources mentioned. @Sebastian Scott - your insider perspective is amazing. I'm definitely going to ask about those workforce development programs since my job loss was also due to company restructuring. For anyone else in this situation, I found that some local food banks also have emergency assistance funds for utilities and rent - might be worth calling around to see what's available in your area. The United Way website has a good directory of local resources too. Malik, I hope some of these suggestions work out for you. This whole situation is so stressful but it sounds like you have some solid leads to follow up on now. Keep us posted on how it goes!

Just wanted to add another resource that helped me when I was in a similar situation - check if your local library has free career counseling services. Many PA libraries partner with CareerLink to offer resume review, interview prep, and job search assistance. The Carnegie Library system in Pittsburgh has some great programs, and they also provide free computer and internet access if you need it for job applications. Also, for medical coding specifically, consider reaching out to local hospitals directly even if they don't have posted openings. Many facilities use contract coders during busy periods or when regular staff are out, and they might keep your resume on file for future opportunities. UPMC and Allegheny Health Network both use a lot of contract coding work. One more thing - if you're struggling with rent, contact your landlord directly and explain the situation. Many are willing to work out payment plans, especially if you can show you're actively job searching and have applied for assistance. It's better to be proactive than wait until you're already behind.

Update: Just talked to my cousin and she checked her account. It was indeed the tax withholding! She found where to change it for future payments. Thanks everyone for the help!

Glad your cousin got it sorted out! Just a heads up for anyone else reading this - if you do decide to stop the tax withholding like she did, it's a good idea to set aside about 10-12% of each payment in a separate savings account for taxes. I learned this the hard way when I got a big tax bill the following year. UC benefits are taxed as regular income, so depending on your other income for the year, you might end up owing more than you expect come tax time.

Update: Just wanted to thank everyone for the help! I claimed my first week yesterday and got confirmation that payment has been processed - no waiting week required! Such a relief. For anyone in a similar situation, just make sure you definitely hit "reopen" rather than starting a new claim, and double-check that your benefit year start date hasn't changed. Thanks again for all the advice!

So glad to hear everything worked out! I'm actually in a similar boat - had to stop claiming for a few weeks due to a medical issue and was dreading having to serve another waiting week. Your experience gives me hope that reopening will go smoothly. Quick question though - how long did it take between when you reopened and when you got the payment confirmation? I'm trying to plan my budget accordingly.