ESD eServices keeps locking me out every Sunday - will this affect my weekly claim?

OMG same thing happened to me twice already!! The eServices login is SO frustrating. I think u have until Tuesday midnight to file ur weekly claim tho, so ur probably ok if u can reach someone tomorrow morning.

ESD technically gives you until the end of Tuesday to file for the previous week without it being considered late. However, if this is a recurring issue, you might want to look into what's causing the lockouts. Are you using the correct username format? ESD accounts often lock after 3-4 failed attempts. Also, make sure you're clearing your browser cache and cookies before logging in, especially if you're using a shared computer or public network.

the esd website SUCKS!!!! ive been locked out 5 times this year already and every time i have to waste HOURS on the phone. they never fix the actual problem just unlock it and then same thing happens next time. its like they WANT us to fail so they dont have to pay us

I work with unemployment claims regularly, and this is a common issue. Here's what you need to know: 1. You have until Tuesday at 11:59 PM to file your weekly claim without it being considered late. 2. Account lockouts usually happen for security reasons. The most common causes are: - Multiple failed login attempts - Using different devices to log in - Not logging out properly from previous sessions - Browser compatibility issues 3. When you call tomorrow, make sure to: - Have your claimant ID ready - Ask them to note your account about the recurring lockouts - Request they walk you through the correct login procedure In the meantime, you could prepare your job search activities and work history for the week so you're ready to file quickly once your account is unlocked.

I had this exact same issue last month! I tried calling the regular number and waited for 3 hours before getting disconnected. What finally worked was using Claimyr to get through to an ESD agent. It helped me connect with an actual person who fixed my account in like 5 minutes. Check out their site at claimyr.com - there's also a video that shows how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3. Seriously saved me so much stress.

Just so you know, ESD has a policy that if you're having technical difficulties filing your weekly claim, they can backdate it once the issue is resolved. Make sure you document when you tried to log in (take screenshots if possible) and explain that you were locked out of your account. When you finally reach an agent, ask specifically about backdating your weekly claim due to technical issues on their end. I've had to do this twice and they were accommodating both times.

this happens to me ALL THE TIME and ive learned a trick! try using incognito mode on yr browser, sometimes its just weird cookie issues. also make sure ur using the right login page - theres like 3 different ESD pages and only one works right. heres what i do: 1) clear browser 2) use incognito 3) go directly to secure.esd.wa.gov not the main esd page 4) use the SAW login not eservices directly sometims the system is just down on sundays for maintenance tho

UPDATE: I tried the incognito mode suggestion and it didn't work, but I called right at 8:00 AM and actually got through after only waiting 25 minutes! The agent said my account had a security flag because I was switching between my phone and public library computer. She removed the lock and walked me through the correct way to log in. Just filed my claim successfully! Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions.