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Monzo Blog

The latest updates, stories, ideas and guides from the Monzo team.

Diversity and Inclusion
20 November 2018

An update on the Women in Finance Charter

In May 2017 we signed the Women in Finance Charter, and pledged to improve the gender balance in our senior team. Here’s an update on the progress we’ve made so far.

Product Updates
20 November 2018

We’re making Summary more flexible

We’re updating Summary so you can budget in a way that works for you.

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How Money Works
14 November 2018

The big guide to ISAs

An ISA is a tax-free account for cash and investments. Learn how they work and what the different types are – including cash, Lifetime, and stock and shares ISAs.

Quarterly Updates
12 November 2018

Monzo Monthly Update: November

We take a look at the progress we’ve made so far, and explain what’s in store for the rest of the month.

How Money Works
9 November 2018

The national minimum wage, the national living wage and the real living wage

If you work in the UK, learn about the wages you’re entitled to, how they’re calculated, and how they compare to the real living wage.

Community
9 November 2018

Sharing our social media guidelines

Companies usually have strict policies about what people can and can’t do on their own social media accounts. At Monzo, we're taking a different approach.

Community
7 November 2018

Making Monzo: Follow along as we build a bank

Introducing some new ways to see what’s coming next from Monzo.

Community
5 November 2018

How our community helps us build a better bank

By helping us understand real world problems, sharing frank feedback and holding us to account, our community helps us build a better bank.

Product Updates
1 November 2018

Get interest paid on your savings!

Savings Pots let you earn 1% interest on your savings through Monzo. And we’re starting to roll them out today!

How Money Works
30 October 2018

Inflation: how can it affect your money?

Inflation happens when the general price of goods and services goes up, and it means your money won’t go as far as it used to. Here’s how it works, and how it can affect you.

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How Money Works
25 October 2018

The big guide to interest

Understanding interest is essential. It can help you calculate the costs of borrowing, predict how your savings will grow, and pick better financial products. Our big guide will tell you just about everything you need to know on interest.

How Money Works
24 October 2018

Choosing between different types of savings accounts

Wondering how to make the most of your savings? Learn about four types of savings accounts and which ones might work best for you.

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Monzo 101
Current Account Guides
22 September 2020

What is FSCS protection?

Up to £85,000 of the money in your Monzo account is protected by the government. Find out what FSCS protection is and how it can help you.

Customer Support
18 October 2018

Come and join our Customer Operations team!

There are a few things you might not know about working in the customer support team at Monzo. If you like what you see, come and join us!

Product Updates
16 October 2018

Making Monzo a better current account

For the next three months, a dedicated squad will work on some small but significant improvements that you’ve told us we need to address next.