Secured credit cards 101.
A secured credit card can be the perfect way to build credit. We answer your FAQs.
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Toolkit
Stay in the know with these helpful tips, products and services.
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How to choose the right credit card.
Rewards or cash back? Credit champion or rebuilding your score? The best option depends on what your needs are.
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2023 Rewind: Capital One Canada.
An instant replay of 2023’s top spending trends.
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3 ways to keep your credit card safe.
Help fend off fraudsters with a few savvy moves.
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Notification: you’ve made a purchase!
Getting to know Capital One Alerts.
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How to start building an emergency fund.
Set some money aside, so you can start to rest easy.
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Need help with your Capital One account?
We’ve got your back.
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Still searching for the secret sauce of good credit?
You won’t find it in the condiment aisle.
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The secret sauce of good credit.
Over 70%* of our customers who made their payments on time saw an increase to their credit score.
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Secured cards vs. prepaid cards – what’s the difference?
We break them down.
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On your phone? Manage your finances while you’re at it.
How mobile tools can help you stay on top of your finances so you can focus on the things you enjoy.
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Good terms: statement balance.
The leftover amount on your credit card statement.
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Good terms: grace period.
Find out what it is and why it’s important.
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Good terms: Fixed vs. variable interest.
We dig a little deeper into the world of credit card interest.
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Good terms: Understanding credit card interest.
We explain how it works and how to avoid it.
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What’s in a credit score?
We’re sharing what’s behind that magic number on your credit file — and why lenders care about it.
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Good terms: Applying for a credit card.
We explain what happens when you apply for a credit card, and why you should be using Quick Check™ first.
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We’re gonna say it, credit card applications are backwards.
Quick Check™ helps set things straight.
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Unlock your PIN on the go.
If you’re a Capital One customer, a locked PIN doesn’t have to interrupt your day.
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Good terms: Statements.
Breaking down the common terms found on credit card statements.
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