Understanding credit cards with Tesco Bank

Credit cards can help you manage your spending. They can also help you spread the cost of expensive items over time.

Credit card jargon buster

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Credit rating and credit cards

What is a credit rating and how does it work? Improve your credit rating and history What counts towards credit ratings? What doesn't count towards credit ratings? How to improve credit rating with a credit card? What is it and how do I calculate my credit score?

Managing your credit card

Manage your card online Understand credit limits Managing credit card debt Guide to additional credit card holders Top tips to help you pay off your credit card Explaining credit card statements Using your credit card overseas PPI complaints and procedure for credit cards Can you have more than one credit card?

Security and safety

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