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What Happens If You Don’t Use Your Credit Card?

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Last Updated: January 8, 2025

Key Takeaways

  1. Your credit card account may be closed due to inactivity if you don’t use it.
  2. You could overlook fraudulent charges if you’re not regularly reviewing your account.
  3. If your credit card account is closed, it could negatively impact your credit score.

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