 TITLE: How Does Credit Card Purchase Protection Work? CONTENT: Know Your Credit Score Before You Apply for a New Card\n------------------------------------------------------\nAs you compare different credit card options that offer purchase protection and other benefits, it's important to only apply for cards that you have good odds of getting approved. Check your credit score and report before you apply for any credit card to get an idea of where you stand. Most of the best credit cards require good or excellent credit, which starts at a FICO® Score☉ of 670. You can find out which cards you may be matched to using Experian CreditMatch™.\nIf your score needs some work, your credit score risk factors will tell you what may be hurting your score and how you can address it. It can take time to improve your credit score, but the effort will pay off through better credit card rewards and benefits. END