FAQs - myEDD

myEDD is a secure web portal to access SDI Online, UI Online, and Benefit Overpayment Services. myEDD replaced Benefit Programs Online (BPO) in June 2023.

Who can use myEDD?

Anyone with a personal email address can create a myEDD account. New accounts go through a secondary registration process to use UI Online, SDI Online, and Benefit Overpayment Services.

Note for UI Online Customers: You must have an Unemployment Insurance (UI) claim and your EDD Customer Account Number to register for a UI Online account. Visit UI Online for more information.

Why didn’t I get an email?

If you didn’t get an email, such as a verification code or a password reset email, check your spam folder.

To stop these emails from going into your spam folder, add "noreply-myedd@edd.ca.gov" and "noreply-myedd@comms.edd.ca.gov" to your email contacts.

Registration

What if I already have a Benefit Programs Online (BPO) account?

When logging into myEDD for the first time, use your existing BPO email and password.

  1. Log in to your myEDD account.
  2. Select a security question and enter your answer.
  3. Select your login verification method.
  4. Enter your verification code.
  5. Select myEDD Home.

What information is needed to create a myEDD account?

To register for myEDD, you need to:

Note: There are more requirements in the secondary registration for UI Online, SDI Online, and Benefit Overpayment Services.

What is login verification, also known as Multi-Factor Authentication?

Login verification (Multi-Factor Authentication) is a more secure way to enter your myEDD account. After entering your username and password you will receive a verification code through text message, phone call, or email. Enter your verification code and select Submit to access your account.

Can I access myEDD from a mobile device?

Yes, myEDD is mobile friendly.

Password Recovery and Account Security

How do I set up login verification for an existing account?

When logging into myEDD for the first time, you must set up login verification.

  1. Log in to your myEDD account with your existing BPO email and password.
  2. Select a security question and enter your answer.
  3. Select Text Message, Phone Call, or Use my email instead.
  4. Enter the verification code you receive.
  5. Sign into your myEDD account.

How do I find my password?

If you forgot your password:

  1. Visit myEDD.
  2. Select Log In Or Create Account.
  3. Select Forgot Password.
  4. Enter your email, then select Submit.
  5. Check your email and confirm your email.
  6. Verify your identity by answering the security question.
  7. Reset your password.
  8. Select Back to Login.

If you cannot remember the answers to your security questions, contact us.

Can I reset my password from a mobile device?

Yes. All of your myEDD updates can be completed using a mobile device. Make sure you have access to your email to reset your password.

How do I change my password, security question, login verification method, or language preference?

To update your myEDD account:

  1. Log in to myEDD.
  2. Select My Profile.
  3. Select the item you want to update.

Additional contact information including your mailing address and phone number can only be updated in SDI Online or UI Online.

How is my personal information protected?

We have safety measures to find and stop fraud, including:

I’m locked out of myEDD account. What should I do?

myEDD will lock you out if you incorrectly enter your password or answer your security questions too many times. Try to log in again later.

If you still need help, contact us.

Contact Information and Personal Preferences

How do I update my email?

To update your myEDD email:

How do I update my address or phone number?

Your mailing address and phone number can only be updated in SDI Online and UI Online.

UI Online:

SDI Online:

Benefit Overpayment Services:

Customer Support and Online Help

Can I get online help with myEDD?

Yes. You can use one of the following online resources:

How do I contact the EDD about my claim or to get more information?

Unemployment Insurance: Call 1-800-300-5616 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pacific time, Monday through Friday, except on state holidays.

Note: Our busiest time is Monday mornings, but if you call after 10 a.m. or later in the week you should be able to reach a representative fairly quickly.

Disability Insurance: Call 1-800-480-3287 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pacific time, Monday through Friday, except on state holidays.

Paid Family Leave: Calling 1-877-238-4373 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pacific time, Monday through Friday, except on state holidays.

How do I contact to the EDD about my benefit overpayment?

Call 1-800-676-5737 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pacific time, Monday through Friday, except on state holidays.

Error Messages and Technical Issues

Who do I contact for technical issues with myEDD?

If you have reviewed the FAQs on this page and cannot find the answer for your myEDD technical issue, contact us to speak to a representative.

I received an error message on my myEDD account. What should I do?

If you received an error message while trying to log in, register, update your profile, log out, or reset your password:

  1. Visit myEDD to find out if the system is unavailable due to scheduled maintenance or is currently experiencing technical issues.
  2. Close all browsers, wait a few minutes, then open a new browser window.
  3. Go to myEDD and start the process again.
  4. Confirm that all the information you entered is correct.

If you continue to receive the error message, note the error code (if one was provided) and contact us .

Why did my session expire (time out) in myEDD?

To protect the security of your account, myEDD sessions will expire after 30 minutes of inactivity on any page. To continue, return to myEDD and start over.

Which browsers are compatible with myEDD?

Our online services are compatible with the latest versions of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Internet Explorer. For the best experience, use the latest version of Chrome or Firefox.

Do I need to disable pop-up blockers?

Yes. If you are having issues with myEDD, UI Online, SDI Online, or Benefit Overpayment Services, it could be related to an active pop-up blocker.