Decoding information in the human hippocampus: A user's guide

► Multi-voxel pattern analysis (MVPA) is increasingly used to analyse fMRI data. ► We review the relatively few studies that have used MVPA to examine the hippocampus. ► We consider methodological challenges related to implementing this approach. ► We conclude that fMRI MVPA can offer new insights into the role of the hippocampus.