{"id":97647,"date":"2024-05-15T20:30:20","date_gmt":"2024-05-15T20:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/05\/15\/9-things-to-do-when-you-get-the-amex-business-platinum-card-the-points-guy\/"},"modified":"2024-05-15T20:30:20","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T20:30:20","slug":"9-things-to-do-when-you-get-the-amex-business-platinum-card-the-points-guy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/05\/15\/9-things-to-do-when-you-get-the-amex-business-platinum-card-the-points-guy\/","title":{"rendered":"9 things to do when you get the Amex Business Platinum Card &#8211; The Points Guy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/the-enhanced-business-platinum-card-from-american-express-open\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">The Business Platinum Card\u00ae from American Express<\/a><\/span> is unquestionably the best premium business card, thanks to its slew of perks and ability to earn flexible, valuable Membership Rewards points.<\/p>\n<p>You can earn an elevated 150,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $20,000 on eligible purchases within the first three months of membership, making this an excellent time to get this card (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/the-business-platinum-card-from-american-express-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">rates and fees<\/a>). <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">TPG values<\/a> Membership Rewards points at 2 cents apiece, making this bonus worth $3,000.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve taken advantage of this offer and just received your card (congrats!), make sure you complete these nine tasks to fully utilize your new Amex Business Platinum card.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"select-your-airline-for-the-200-credit-and-35-rebate\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Select your airline for the $200 credit and 35% rebate<\/h2>\n<p>One of the many perks of the Amex Business Platinum is the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/choosing-your-amex-platinum-200-airline-fee-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">annual up-to-$200 airline fee statement credit<\/a> for a single airline. Since you get this credit every calendar year, you can use it twice during your first year as a cardmember, effectively giving you $400 back in the first 365 days.<\/p>\n<p>The credit can be used toward airline lounge passes, checked bag fees and much more.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/Atlanta-Planes-Zach-Griff-33.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">You can select from a variety of airlines, including Delta, for the fee credit. ZACH GRIFF\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Technically, you can&#8217;t purchase tickets or use the credit for award taxes and fees; however, depending on how the airline codes your purchase, you may get reimbursed.<\/p>\n<p>Note that while you&#8217;re technically limited to the airline you select for the entire calendar year, reports indicate that you might be able to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/how-and-why-to-change-your-airline-for-your-amex-fee-credit-this-year\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">change your selection by contacting customer service<\/a>. You can choose your airline on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/benefits\/detail\/airline-fee-credit\/platinum#detail\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Amex website<\/a>. Enrollment is required.<\/p>\n<p>With the Business Platinum card, you also get 35% of all points back when you redeem Membership Rewards points for a flight through the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/amex-travel-guide\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Amex Travel portal<\/a>. You&#8217;re limited to a maximum rebate of 1 million points per calendar year, and you only get points back for your selected airline on economy tickets. However, you&#8217;ll receive 35% of your points back for any business- or first-class flight you book on any airline.<\/p>\n<p>This is a great benefit because you&#8217;re not constrained by award space. In addition, flights booked with points are treated as revenue flights by the airlines and, therefore, earn elite-qualifying miles and redeemable miles.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__qYzYT&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__i_qm0&#10;      \"><picture class=\"EmailSignUp_graphic__zgpFm\"><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-dt.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__C8FWb\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/use-cash-or-amex-points-for-travel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Should you use cash or American Express Membership Rewards points to book travel?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"register-for-credits-with-adobe-indeed-and-wireless-services\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Register for credits with Adobe, Indeed and Wireless services<\/h2>\n<p>In late 2021, the Business Platinum was updated to give cardholders a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/amex-business-platinum-current-offer\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">plethora of new and updated perks<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:63.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/07\/GettyImages-1036256804.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">VITALI\/EYEEM\/GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Those benefits are mostly in the form of statement credits that require enrollment to be used. Here are three highlights:<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-3297233758 tpg-table \">\n<div tabindex=\"0\" class=\"jsx-3297233758\">\n<table class=\"jsx-3297233758\">\n<thead class=\"jsx-3297233758\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3297233758\">\n<th class=\"jsx-3297233758\"><strong>Credit\u00a0<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3297233758\"><strong>Annual amount\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3297233758\"><strong>How it works<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"jsx-3297233758\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3297233758\">\n<td><strong>Indeed<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Up to $360<\/td>\n<td>Annual statement credit on all Indeed hiring and recruiting products and services to post open positions and find talent, up to $90 per quarter.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3297233758\">\n<td><strong>Adobe<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Up to $150<\/td>\n<td>Annual statement credit on select purchases, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Acrobat Pro DC.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3297233758\">\n<td><strong>Wireless telephone services<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Up to $120<\/td>\n<td>Annual statement credits for purchases made directly from any U.S. wireless telephone provider; up to $10 per month.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>These three credits alone amount to $630 per year, which helps to cover the vast majority of the $695 annual fee (see<a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/the-business-platinum-card-from-american-express-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> rates and fees<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>To enroll, go to the &#8220;Benefits&#8221; tab when logging in to your Amex Business Platinum account online. Note that the Adobe and Indeed credits will be removed on Dec. 31, 2024.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/maximizing-amex-business-platinum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to maximize your earning with the Amex Business Platinum<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"apply-for-global-entry-or-tsa-pre-check\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Apply for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck<\/h2>\n<p>When you sign up for <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/things-to-know-global-entry\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Global Entry<\/a> or TSA PreCheck with your new Business Platinum Card, you&#8217;ll get a credit to your account to cover the cost once every four years (up to $100 for Global Entry or $85 for PreCheck). However, once you have Global Entry, you automatically get TSA PreCheck for expedited security, so that&#8217;s your best option.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:86.8359375%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/GettyImages-1321773565-scaled.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">LIZ HAFALIA\/THE SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE\/GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Note that this benefit does not require enrollment, so you can immediately utilize it.<\/p>\n<p>This is a perk you&#8217;ll definitely want to take advantage of as soon as possible, especially given that this access allows you to fly through U.S. Customs and Border Protection when returning to the U.S. from international destinations. And remember, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/savvy-saturday-global-entry-tsa-precheck-credits\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">use the credit for anyone<\/a>. Simply charge the application fee to your Business Platinum card, and the statement credit will automatically post.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/global-entry-vs-tsa-precheck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Entry vs. TSA PreCheck: Which is better?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"enroll-in-clear-plus\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Enroll in Clear Plus<\/h2>\n<p>A Clear Plus membership typically costs $189 per year. The Amex Business Platinum comes with <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/guide-to-using-the-amex-platinum-clear-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">up to $189 in Clear Plus statement credits<\/a> each calendar year, meaning you can receive a completely complimentary membership. However, like some of the benefits above, you must enroll your card on your Amex Business Platinum account page for this statement credit to activate.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.66666666666666%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/08\/Clear-airport-security-sign-at-Orlando-airport.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">JONI HANEBUTT\/SHUTTERSTOCK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you have a membership to Clear Plus, you simply enter a dedicated lane at the Transportation Security Administration checkpoint, input your biometric data into a kiosk and head toward the gray carry-on bins. This can <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/clear-expedited-airport-security\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">be a huge time-saver<\/a> \u2014 especially since most airports allow you to use both Clear Plus and TSA PreCheck.<\/p>\n<p>Note that you could enroll through either Delta SkyMiles or United MileagePlus, as all members of those programs enjoy discounted fees. And since it costs $60 to add an adult family member to a Clear Plus membership (children under the age of 18 can accompany a member for free), using one of these options will ensure the credits on the Business Platinum cover the fees for you and your spouse, domestic partner or another family member.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/tsa-precheck-or-clear\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Why you should get TSA PreCheck and Clear Plus \u2014 and how you can save on both<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"register-for-marriott-and-hilton-gold-status\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Register for Marriott and Hilton Gold status<\/h2>\n<p>You have to manually enroll with each chain in order to get the benefits of Gold status from <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/what-is-marriott-elite-status-worth\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Marriott<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/what-is-hilton-elite-status-worth\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hilton<\/a>. That being said, it&#8217;s not that difficult to do. You can get your <a href=\"https:\/\/global.americanexpress.com\/card-benefits\/detail\/marriott-bonvoy-gold-elite\/platinum\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Marriott Bonvoy Gold status by enrolling on the Amex site<\/a> and you can get <a href=\"https:\/\/global.americanexpress.com\/card-benefits\/detail\/hilton-gold-status\/platinum\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hilton Honors Gold by doing the same<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/12\/20191206_El-San-Juan-Hilton-Hotel_ZGriff-103.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">Get free breakfast as a Hilton Gold member. ZACH GRIFF\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You&#8217;ll get some solid perks from each \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/what-is-marriott-elite-status-worth\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">we value Marriott Gold status<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/what-is-hilton-elite-status-worth\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hilton Honors Gold status<\/a> highly, assuming you spend a certain number of nights at each chain&#8217;s hotels.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/amex-platinum-hotel-elite-status\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Guide to Marriott and Hilton elite status with the Amex Platinum and Business Platinum<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"sign-up-for-complimentary-car-rental-elite-status\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Sign up for complimentary car rental elite status<\/h2>\n<p>The Amex Business Platinum offers complimentary status and additional perks with the following car rental programs (enrollment is required):<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/09\/hertz-presidents-circle-garage-airport-2019-1600x1067-1.png?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SCOTT MAYEROWITZ\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The perks depend on the program, but you could get upgrades, priority service and more. In fact, using the Business Platinum card&#8217;s Corporate Discount Code (CDP) can even get you a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/amex-platinum-four-hour-hertz-grace-period\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">four-hour grace period<\/a> with Hertz.<\/p>\n<p>These benefits can make all the difference in <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/rent-car-in-2022\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">today&#8217;s rental car market<\/a> \u2014 so don&#8217;t forget to enroll in these elite status opportunities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/ways-to-save-on-rental-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The top 3 easiest ways to save on rental cars<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"keep-an-eye-out-for-your-priority-pass-card\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Keep an eye out for your Priority Pass card<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/all-about-priority-pass-program\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Priority Pass<\/a> membership that comes with your Business Platinum Amex card allows you and two guests access <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/all-about-priority-pass-program\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">to more than 1,500 airport lounges<\/a> around the world. Enrollment is required.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/10\/20211019_Southwest-100K_stl-wingtips-priority-pass-lounge_KGenter.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">Wingtips Priority Pass lounge at St. Louis Airport. KATIE GENTER\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You should receive your Priority Pass card in the mail within 4-6 weeks of enrolling. If not, call the customer service number on the back of your Amex and request that the card be sent to you.<\/p>\n<p>Additional guests beyond the two allowed will cost you $35 each and will be automatically billed to your Amex account. Make sure you keep the letter that came with your Priority Pass card long enough to use the security PIN in the letter to register for an online account, which will enable a mobile membership card.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/best-priority-pass-lounges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The 10 best Priority Pass lounges around the world<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"earn-hotel-and-airline-status-the-smart-way\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Earn hotel and airline status the smart way<\/h2>\n<p>As mentioned earlier, flights booked through the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/amex-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amex Travel portal<\/a> and paid for with points will be treated (the vast majority of the time) as paid airfares and thus will earn elite-qualifying miles and dollars.<\/p>\n<p>This means you can earn airline elite status while flying &#8220;free&#8221; flights. I took advantage of a targeted shortcut to American Airlines Executive Platinum status last year and booked tickets <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/amex-pay-with-points-guide\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">paid with points<\/a> through Amex Travel, giving me <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/what-is-aa-elite-status-worth\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">American Airlines AAdvantage Executive Platinum status<\/a> for only the cost of my time flying.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:56.25%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2017\/10\/bt-mayakoba-landingphoto-1920x1080.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts can provide lots of benefits ranging from upgrades to late checkout. AMEX FHR BANYAN TREE MAYAKOBA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For hotel status, beyond Marriott Gold and Hilton Gold, you can book hotels through the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-amex-fine-hotels-and-resorts\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Fine Hotels + Resorts program<\/a>. In addition to the great added benefits you&#8217;ll get during hotel stays, like free nights at select properties and complimentary breakfast, you&#8217;ll earn redeemable hotel points and elite nights toward status.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpressfhr.com\/featured-hotel-searches?extlink=tls-dir-vty-fhr\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">FHR rates<\/a> are often in line with publicly available rates on a property&#8217;s own website, so you might as well book with Amex, receive the tremendous added benefits and earn your points and elite credit in the process. While you can earn 5 points per dollar on prepaid hotel stays booked through Amex&#8217;s regular travel portal, you generally won&#8217;t earn elite credits or hotel points on those bookings.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"shop-for-new-technology-at-dell\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Shop for new technology at Dell<\/h2>\n<p>Business Platinum cardholders receive <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/amex-platinum-business-platinum-shopping-credits-reset-tomorrow\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">up to $400 in annual statement credits<\/a> for U.S. purchases with Dell. This breaks down to up to $200 for purchases made between January and June and up to $200 for purchases made between July and December.<\/p>\n<p>Only U.S. purchases are eligible for this credit (and Dell has canceled every order I&#8217;ve tried to place from abroad), and you do need to enroll on the Amex website before you can start shopping. Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/dell-credit-amex-business-platinum-how-to-use\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">a few great items you can get<\/a> \u2014 including JBL wireless headphones \u2014 thanks to this benefit. This benefit will end on Dec. 31, 2024.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/is-amex-business-platinum-worth-fee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Is the Amex Business Platinum worth the annual fee?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"bottom-line\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/06\/American-Express-Business-Platinum.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Amex Business Platinum offers thousands of dollars in value beyond the welcome bonus \u2014 but only if you take full advantage of the perks that it confers. This card is excellent for <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/amex-purchase-protection\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">purchase protection<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/credit-cards-for-large-purchases\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">extended warranty<\/a> protection.*<\/p>\n<p>Remember to take advantage of these nine perks as soon as you get your card, as they will help you recoup the $695 annual fee in no time.<\/p>\n<p>*<em>Eligibility and benefit level varies by card. Terms, conditions and limitations apply. Please visit americanexpress.com\/benefitsguide for more details. 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