{"id":2737,"date":"2026-07-30T03:19:01","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T03:19:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/?p=2737"},"modified":"2026-07-30T03:22:35","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T03:22:35","slug":"redeem-credit-card-points-for-free-flights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/redeem-credit-card-points-for-free-flights\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Redeem Credit Card Points for Free Flights: A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h4>Table of Contents<\/h4><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#why-flights-are-usually-the-best-redemption-option\">Why Flights Are Usually the Best Redemption Option<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#common-mistakes-to-avoid\">Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#quick-checklist-before-you-book\">Quick Checklist Before You Book<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#fa-qs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ve been earning credit card points with every purchase. Maybe you&#8217;ve accumulated thousands of points from everyday spending, welcome bonuses, or travel rewards cards. Now comes the exciting part: turning those points into free flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The truth is, most travelers don&#8217;t get the <a href=\"http:\/\/flightpoints.com\">maximum value from their rewards<\/a>. Instead of using points for flights, they redeem them for gift cards, merchandise, or statement credits that often provide far less value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/what-is-award-travel-and-how-does-it-work\/\">Learning how to redeem credit card points<\/a> for free flights can help you stretch your rewards further, save money on travel, and even experience premium cabins that might otherwise be out of reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/getting-started\">This guide walks through the entire process<\/a>, from checking your points balance to booking your first award flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.fp-banner-scope {\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: 620px;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n  background: linear-gradient(115deg, #0a1e6e 0%, #1436c9 50%, #1652f0 100%);\n  border-radius: 14px;\n  padding: 20px 22px;\n  display: flex;\n  flex-direction: column;\n  align-items: center;\n  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background: #ffffff;\n  color: #1436c9;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  font-size: 11px;\n  padding: 7px 12px;\n  border-radius: 999px;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  white-space: nowrap;\n  width: 100%;\n  margin: 0;\n  font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n}\n\n.fp-banner-scope .fp-cta svg {\n  width: 12px;\n  height: 12px;\n  fill: #1436c9;\n  display: block;\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 620px) {\n  .fp-banner-scope {\n    padding: 16px 18px;\n  }\n  .fp-banner-scope .fp-ctas {\n    max-width: 180px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"fp-banner-scope\">\n  <div class=\"fp-text\">\n    <div class=\"fp-title\">Download Flightpoints on Your Phone<\/div>\n    <div class=\"fp-sub\">Search award flights, track availability, and get instant alerts, all from one app.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"fp-ctas\">\n    <a class=\"fp-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.flightpoints.app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n      <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n        <path d=\"M3 3v18l14-9L3 3z\"><\/path>\n      <\/svg>\n      Google Play\n    <\/a>\n\n    <a class=\"fp-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/flightpoints-award-flights\/id6756680456\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n      <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n        <path d=\"M16.365 1.43c0 1.14-.462 2.1-1.03 2.79-.628.75-1.68 1.36-2.63 1.29-.13-1.11.44-2.24 1.03-2.9.65-.72 1.77-1.28 2.63-1.18zM20.9 17.13c-.4.92-.6 1.33-1.11 2.15-.72 1.14-1.73 2.57-2.98 2.58-1.11.01-1.4-.72-2.9-.71-1.5.01-1.82.72-2.93.71-1.25-.01-2.2-1.3-2.92-2.44-2-3.13-2.21-6.8-.98-8.75.87-1.38 2.24-2.19 3.53-2.19 1.31 0 2.13.72 3.22.72 1.05 0 1.69-.72 3.22-.72 1.15 0 2.36.63 3.23 1.71-2.84 1.55-2.38 5.6.62 6.94z\"><\/path>\n      <\/svg>\n      App Store\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"why-flights-are-usually-the-best-redemption-option\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Flights Are Usually the Best Redemption Option<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you redeem credit card points for free flights, it&#8217;s important to understand why <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/cpp-calculator\">travel redemptions<\/a> often provide the highest value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many rewards programs allow you to<a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/miles-or-cash\"> redeem points<\/a> for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cashback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gift cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shopping purchases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Statement credits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel bookings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While cashback offers simplicity, flights often deliver significantly more value per point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"fp-table-wrap\">\n<table class=\"fp-table\">\n    <thead>\n        <tr>\n            <th>Redemption Type<\/th>\n            <th>Typical Value Per Point<\/th>\n        <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n\n    <tbody>\n        <tr>\n            <td>Cashback<\/td>\n            <td>\u20b90.20\u2013\u20b90.50<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n\n        <tr>\n            <td>Gift Cards<\/td>\n            <td>\u20b90.25\u2013\u20b90.75<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n\n        <tr>\n            <td>Economy Flights<\/td>\n            <td>\u20b91.00\u2013\u20b91.50<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n\n        <tr>\n            <td>Business Class Flights<\/td>\n            <td>\u20b92.00\u2013\u20b95.00+<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<style>\n.fp-table-wrap{\n    width:100%;\n    margin:24px 0;\n    overflow-x:auto;\n}\n\n.fp-table{\n    width:100%;\n    table-layout:fixed;\n    border-collapse:collapse;\n    font-family:Inter,Arial,sans-serif;\n    border:1px solid #DDE8FF;\n    border-radius:14px;\n    overflow:hidden;\n}\n\n.fp-table th{\n    background:#0A5AFE;\n    color:#fff;\n    padding:14px 10px;\n    text-align:center;\n    font-size:15px;\n    font-weight:600;\n    line-height:1.3;\n}\n\n.fp-table td{\n    padding:14px 10px;\n    text-align:center;\n    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best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-1-check-your-points-balance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 1: Check Your Points Balance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step to redeem credit card points for free flights is knowing what rewards you have available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Log in to your:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Credit card account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Banking app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rewards portal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take note of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Total points balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expiration dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airline transfer partners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current promotions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your points are close to expiring, prioritize <a href=\"http:\/\/flightpoints.com\/search\">using them sooner rather than later<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-2-understand-your-airline-transfer-partners\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 2: Understand Your Airline Transfer Partners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/card-guides\">travel rewards credit cards<\/a> allow you to transfer points directly to airline loyalty programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/chrome-capture-2026-07-30-1024x472.webp\" alt=\"Redeem Credit Card Points for Free Flights\" class=\"wp-image-2739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/chrome-capture-2026-07-30-1024x472.webp 1024w, https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/chrome-capture-2026-07-30-300x138.webp 300w, https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/chrome-capture-2026-07-30-768x354.webp 768w, 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Blue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qatar Airways Privilege Club<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>United MileagePlus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than redeeming through your bank&#8217;s travel portal, <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/transfer-bonus-tracker\">transferring points<\/a> can often unlock better redemption rates and premium cabin opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding your airline transfer partners is one of the most important steps when learning how to redeem credit card points for free flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n\n<style>\n@import url('https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Inter:wght@400;500;600;700&display=swap');\n\n*{\n    margin:0;\n    padding:0;\n    box-sizing:border-box;\n}\n\n.fp-routes-banner{\n    width:100%;\n    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Every alliance.\n        <\/h2>\n\n        <p class=\"fp-text\">\n            Stop checking airline sites one by one.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/flightpoints.com\/alliances\" class=\"fp-btn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n        Explore Alliances\n    <\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-3-decide-where-and-when-you-want-to-travel\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 3: Decide Where and When You Want to Travel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/search\">searching for award flights<\/a>, define:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Departure airport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Destination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Number of travelers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cabin class<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flexibility can dramatically improve your chances of finding award availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p 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Flights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airline websites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flight comparison platforms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing the cash cost helps <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/miles-or-cash\">determine whether using points is actually worthwhile<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n\n<style>\n@import url('https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Inter:wght@400;500;600;700&display=swap');\n\n*{\n    margin:0;\n    padding:0;\n    box-sizing:border-box;\n}\n\n.fp-routes-banner{\n    width:100%;\n    max-width:700px;\n    margin:24px auto;\n    padding:22px 24px;\n    display:flex;\n    align-items:center;\n    justify-content:space-between;\n    gap:22px;\n\n    background:linear-gradient(135deg,#7C4FE0 0%,#4E63F5 50%,#0A5AFE 100%);\n    border-radius:16px;\n    box-shadow:0 10px 28px rgba(10,90,254,.18);\n\n    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Get instant recommendations and maximize your rewards.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"fp-btn-wrap\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/points-or-cash\" class=\"fp-btn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n            Try Calculator\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"calculate-the-value-of-your-redemption\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Calculate the Value of Your Redemption<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use this simple formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Value Per Point = (Cash Price \u2212 Taxes and Fees) \u00f7 Points Required<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cash fare: \u20b975,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taxes on award ticket: \u20b95,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Points required: 50,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Value per point:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p 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and find the cheapest award seat across every program in seconds.\n        <\/p>\n\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"fp-blue-button\">\n            Get Flightpoints Pro\n        <\/a>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-6-verify-availability-before-transferring-points\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 6: Verify Availability Before Transferring Points<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the most important steps in the entire process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Never <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/award-chart-zone-lookup\">transfer points<\/a> simply because a seat appears available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log into the airline loyalty account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search for the exact flight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm the award seat is still bookable.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most point transfers are irreversible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/availability-calendar\">Verifying availability <\/a>first helps prevent costly mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-7-transfer-points-to-the-airline-program\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 7: Transfer Points to the Airline Program<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you&#8217;ve confirmed availability, initiate the transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the program, transfers may be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Instant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processed within a few hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delayed up to 48 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always check transfer times before moving points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A highly desirable award seat can disappear while you&#8217;re waiting for points to arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-8-complete-the-booking\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 8: Complete the Booking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the points appear in your airline account:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select your flights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter passenger details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay applicable taxes and fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm the reservation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even when you redeem credit card points for free flights, you&#8217;ll usually still need to pay:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Airport taxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Government fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fuel surcharges (depending on the airline)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The airfare itself is covered by your points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-9-watch-for-transfer-bonuses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 9: Watch for Transfer Bonuses<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many credit card programs periodically offer <a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/transfer-bonus-tracker\">transfer bonuses<\/a> to airline partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transfer 100,000 points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive 120,000 or 130,000 airline miles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Transfer bonuses can significantly increase the value of your rewards and reduce the number of points needed for a flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before transferring, always check whether a promotion is available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n\n<style>\n@import url('https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Inter:wght@400;500;600;700&display=swap');\n\n*{\n    margin:0;\n    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include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>International Business Class<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Premium cabin tickets often deliver exceptional value <a href=\"http:\/\/flightpoints.com\/search\">when booked with points<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long-Haul Flights<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Flights to Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America often provide stronger redemption value than short domestic trips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alliance Sweet Spots<\/strong><br>Certain frequent flyer programs offer exceptional pricing when booking partner airlines. Understanding these <a href=\"http:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\">sweet spots<\/a> can help you maximize every redemption.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"common-mistakes-to-avoid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re trying to redeem credit card points for free flights, avoid these common mistakes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transferring points before verifying availability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ignoring taxes and surcharges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Redeeming points for low-value rewards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Letting points expire<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Booking too late<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failing to compare multiple airline programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A little research can often save thousands of points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"quick-checklist-before-you-book\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quick Checklist Before You Book<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before redeeming your points, make sure you&#8217;ve:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Checked your points balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reviewed transfer partners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compared cash fares<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calculated redemption value<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Found award availability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verified seats directly with the airline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checked transfer times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reviewed taxes and fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Looked for transfer bonuses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following this process can help you consistently <a href=\"http:\/\/flightpoints.com\/pricing\">get more value from your rewards.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.revfp-banner{\n    max-width:650px;\n    width:100%;\n    margin:20px auto;\n    padding:20px 24px;\n    box-sizing:border-box;\n    text-align:center;\n    font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif !important;\n\n    \/* Richer premium background *\/\n    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class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"how-many-credit-card-points-do-i-need-for-a-free-flight\"><strong>Q: How many credit card points do I need for a free flight?<\/strong><br>A: The number varies depending on the airline, destination, and cabin class. 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