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  • Understanding Credit Scores and Inquiries
    • Types of Credit Inquiries
      • Hard Inquiries
        • Soft Inquiries
        • What Affects Your Credit Score?
          • Rate Shopping Window
            • How to Check Your Credit Score Safely
              • Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Credit Score
                • Free Credit Score Resources

                  Does Checking Your Credit Score Lower It? Understanding the Impact on Your Credit Rating

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                  A magnifying glass hovering over a credit report with a fluctuating graph in the background, symbolizing the scrutiny and impact of checking your credit score.
                  Published January 20, 2025
                  Last Updated May 29, 2025
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