MiLogin Outage Disrupts Michigan Unemployment Services

MICHIGAN, USA — Residents and employers across Michigan are encountering significant disruptions in accessing the state’s unemployment insurance services due to an ongoing outage of MiLogin, the State of Michigan’s universal secure login portal. The interruptions, which began earlier today, have left many users unable to access essential unemployment benefits and employer reporting tools.

The outage primarily affects two platforms operated by the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA):

Michigan Web Account Manager (MiWAM): Used by claimants to manage unemployment benefits.

MiUI: Employed by employers to file reports and pay unemployment taxes.

Because both platforms require authentication through MiLogin, the service interruptions have effectively blocked access to these critical systems, leaving many individuals and businesses unable to perform essential functions. Moreover, all state agencies relying on MiLogin are experiencing similar disruptions. State officials confirmed that the situation is being closely monitored, but no estimated time for resolution has yet been provided.

To assist users while the systems remain offline, the UIA has highlighted several alternative resources available without a MiLogin account via Michigan.gov/UIA. These include:

Additionally, federal workers who have been furloughed or terminated can access specialised guidance and support through dedicated resources.

Claimants and employers requiring immediate assistance may also contact the UIA by phone at 1-866-500-0017, Monday through Friday, or schedule in-person, phone, or virtual meetings. Officials urge patience and caution, advising users to utilise the available alternative tools to ensure continuity of benefit management and reporting obligations while MiLogin services are restored.

The current MiLogin outage underscores the challenges of centralised digital authentication systems, particularly for state services that millions rely upon daily. The UIA has pledged to provide updates as the situation evolves.