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Bottom line: go to secure.esd.wa.gov, create your accounts, file your claim, and then be prepared to file weekly claims every week. It's not as scary as it seems once you get started. You got this!
Thanks everyone! This thread has been super helpful. I'm going to file my claim this afternoon.
Good luck! Feel free to come back and ask questions if you run into any issues.
Just wanted to add one more tip that helped me - before you start filing, write down all your employer information on a piece of paper first. Include company names, addresses, phone numbers, your start/end dates, and your supervisor's name if you remember it. Having it all written out beforehand makes the online form much faster to fill out. Also, if you moved recently, make sure your address is updated in the system since that's where they'll mail important documents. The whole process really isn't as bad as it seems when you're prepared!
That's really smart advice about writing everything down first! I was just planning to wing it but you're right - having all the employer info organized beforehand will save a lot of time and prevent mistakes. I didn't think about the address thing either, so I'll double check that. This whole thread has given me so much confidence that I can actually do this process successfully.
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I'm having the exact same issue as of this morning! Login page just keeps refreshing with no error message - it's driving me crazy. I tried all the usual browser troubleshooting steps but nothing worked. After reading through all these comments, it's clear this is a widespread issue with ESD's backend security system silently flagging accounts. The fact that there's no user-facing error message is absolutely terrible system design - I wasted hours thinking it was a browser problem! I'm going to try calling right at 8am tomorrow with my SSN and claim ID ready as suggested. If that doesn't work out, I'll definitely look into the Claimyr service that several people mentioned. It's ridiculous that we need third-party services just to access a basic government system, but at this point I'm desperate to file my weekly claim. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - this thread has been way more helpful than anything on ESD's official support pages!
I just went through this exact same nightmare two weeks ago! The silent failure is absolutely infuriating - I spent an entire day thinking my browser was broken when it was actually an account flag. One thing that helped me prepare for the call: write down the exact date and time when you last successfully logged in, plus what you were doing right before the loop started (like if you updated any settings or logged in from a new location). The ESD agents always ask for this info to help identify what triggered the security flag. Also, if the 8am call strategy doesn't work, try calling around 4-5pm on Fridays - I've noticed their wait times are sometimes shorter then since fewer people think to call at the end of the week. Hope you get it sorted quickly!
This thread is incredibly helpful! I'm experiencing this exact same login loop issue as of yesterday evening. Just keeps refreshing back to the login page with blank fields and absolutely no error message - so frustrating! I've tried all the standard troubleshooting (different browsers, clearing cache, incognito mode, different devices) but nothing works. Based on everyone's experiences here, it's clearly a backend security flag issue that ESD isn't communicating properly to users. What's particularly annoying is that I haven't done anything unusual - just logged in normally last week to file my claim. No MFA changes, no new devices, nothing that should trigger a security flag. But apparently their system is being overly aggressive with these silent account locks. I'm going to try the 8am calling strategy tomorrow morning with my SSN and claim ID ready. If that doesn't work, I'll definitely look into the Claimyr service that multiple people have recommended here. It's honestly embarrassing that we need third-party services just to access basic government systems in 2025! Thanks everyone for documenting your experiences and solutions - this community support is way better than anything ESD provides officially. Will update once I get this resolved!
I'm in the exact same boat as you! This login loop started for me this morning and I've been pulling my hair out trying to figure out what's wrong. Like you, I haven't changed anything - just trying to log in normally to file my weekly claim. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been so eye-opening. It's crazy that ESD's system can silently flag accounts without any indication to the user. You'd think after all the complaints they'd at least add a basic error message like "Account under review - please contact support" instead of this silent refresh loop that makes everyone think it's a browser issue! I'm definitely going to try calling at 8am sharp tomorrow too. Really appreciate you and everyone else sharing these experiences - this thread should honestly be pinned somewhere as an unofficial troubleshooting guide since ESD's official support is so lacking. Good luck getting yours resolved!
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One thing that helped me when I started was setting up a calendar reminder for Sunday mornings to file my weekly claim. Washington ESD opens the system at 6 AM on Sundays for the new week, so I just make it part of my Sunday routine. Also, if you're worried about missing the payment timeline, you can sign up for text alerts through your account - they'll remind you when it's time to file and when payments are processed.
That's a great tip about the text alerts! I didn't know Washington ESD offered that feature. I've been manually checking my account but having automatic reminders would definitely help me stay on track. Do you know if they also send alerts when there are any issues with your claim that need attention?
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Final thought: don't let this stress consume your whole day. Set specific times when you'll try calling and then do other things. Your mental health is important too while you're dealing with unemployment.
Thanks for that reminder. I have been letting this take over my whole day and it's making everything worse.
This is really good advice. The stress of not being able to get through was almost worse than the original unemployment issue.
I'm in the same situation - been trying to get through for over a week about my adjudication status with no luck. Reading through all these comments, it seems like Claimyr might be worth trying since so many people have had success with it. The fact that multiple people got through in under an hour when they couldn't get through on their own for weeks is pretty compelling. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least now I know I'm not the only one dealing with this broken phone system!
You're definitely not alone in this! I've been following this thread as someone new to dealing with Washington ESD and it's been really eye-opening. The number of people having the exact same phone issues is both frustrating and somewhat reassuring. Based on all the success stories here, I'm also considering trying Claimyr - seems like when the state system fails us, we have to find our own solutions. Hope you get your adjudication sorted out soon!
Liam O'Sullivan
I went through a similar situation with contract work last year and wanted to share what I learned. Even though I was technically a 1099 contractor, Washington ESD approved my claim because they found the company had too much control over my work methods and schedule. The key is in the details - document everything about your working relationship, including any training they provided, equipment you used, how your schedule was set, and whether you worked exclusively for them. Don't get discouraged by conflicting information online - the only way to know for sure is to apply and let ESD investigate. The adjudication process took about 3-4 weeks for me, but I received back pay for all the weeks I had filed. Even if you're not sure about your eligibility, it's worth applying since you have nothing to lose and potentially significant benefits to gain.
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Landon Morgan
•This is really helpful, thank you for sharing your experience! It's encouraging to hear from someone who went through the same process. I'm curious - when you say they found the company had "too much control," what were the specific factors that made the difference? I'm trying to figure out if my situation might be similar since my contract company did require me to use their project management tools and attend regular meetings, but I also set my own daily schedule and worked from home most of the time.
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Ethan Taylor
•In my case, the key factors were that the company provided all my equipment (laptop, software licenses, even my work phone), required me to attend daily standup meetings at specific times, gave me detailed training on their internal processes, and I worked exclusively for them during the contract period. Even though I worked remotely and had some flexibility in my daily schedule, ESD determined that the level of control they exercised over my work methods and the economic relationship showed I was more like an employee than an independent contractor. The fact that you're using their project management tools and attending regular meetings could definitely work in your favor - those show behavioral control, which is one of the main tests ESD uses. I'd recommend documenting all those details when you apply!
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Ravi Choudhury
I'm in almost the exact same boat! My marketing contract ended unexpectedly last month and I've been going back and forth on whether to apply. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been really eye-opening - it sounds like the classification isn't always as black and white as I thought. My contract company required me to use their CRM system, attend weekly strategy meetings, and follow their brand guidelines pretty strictly, even though I was paid as a 1099. Based on what others have shared, it seems like those control factors might actually work in my favor during the adjudication process. I think I'm going to follow everyone's advice and just apply - worst case they say no, but at least I'll know for sure rather than wondering "what if." Thanks to everyone who shared their stories, it really helps to hear from people who've actually been through this process!
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Freya Pedersen
•Your situation sounds very promising for approval! The fact that they required you to use their specific CRM system, attend mandatory meetings, and follow strict brand guidelines are all strong indicators of behavioral control that Washington ESD looks for when determining employee vs contractor classification. Those are exactly the types of factors that helped others in this thread get approved. I'd definitely encourage you to apply and be very detailed about all those requirements when you fill out the application. Document everything - the CRM training they provided, meeting attendance requirements, any performance reviews or feedback sessions, and especially if you worked exclusively for them during the contract period. The adjudication process might take a few weeks, but based on what you've described, you have a solid case. Don't let the 1099 classification discourage you - it's the actual working relationship that matters, not just the paperwork!
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