Token Allocation Breakdown
The $IMX token distribution is strategically designed to support long-term ecosystem growth:
51.72% Ecosystem Development Fund (1,034,461,000 IMX):
- User incentive programs (staking rewards)
- Developer grants and partnerships
- Market liquidity provisions
- Strategic marketing initiatives
- Investor allocations (institutional and retail)
- Network health reserves
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Core Utilities of $IMX Token
1. Transaction Fee Mechanism
- 20% protocol fee requirement: All Immutable Protocol transactions require fee payment in IMX
- Automatic conversion: Non-IMX holders enjoy seamless transactions through automatic market purchases
- Reward pool: These fees fuel the staking reward system
2. Staking and Network Participation
- Earn passive income by staking IMX tokens
- Rewards distributed from the 20% protocol fee pool
- Encourages active ecosystem engagement
3. Governance Rights
- Voting power proportional to IMX holdings
- Snapshot-based proposal system
- Direct influence on protocol development decisions
4. Native Gas Currency
- Primary fuel for Immutable zkEVM transactions
- Deep integration with platform operations
- Value accrual aligned with network usage
Detailed Token Unlock Schedule
| Purpose | Allocation | Tokens | Unlock Structure | Cliff | Frequency | Periods | Completion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecosystem Development | 51.72% | 1,034,461,000 | 4-year reducing rate (40%-30%-20%-10%) | None | 28 days | 52 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Project Development | 25% | 500,000,000 | 1yr cliff + 4yr linear | 1 year | 28 days | 52 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Public Sale | 13.86% | 277,139,000 | 2.5yr linear with 1yr cliff | 1 year | 28 days | 32 | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Private Sale | 5.42% | 108,400,000 | Two tranches (3mo & 6mo) | None | 28 days | 3/6 | Jan 28, 2022 |
| Foundation | 4% | 80,000,000 | Immediate TGE release | None | - | 1 | Nov 5, 2021 |
| Total | 100% | 2B IMX |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I earn IMX tokens?
A: You can acquire IMX through exchanges, participate in staking programs, or qualify for ecosystem rewards through platform usage and development contributions.
Q: What's the advantage of paying fees in IMX?
A: Using IMX for transactions ensures you avoid conversion fees and directly contributes to the token's utility and value appreciation.
Q: How does staking IMX benefit the network?
A: Staking increases token scarcity, secures the network, and aligns participant incentives with long-term ecosystem health.
Q: When will all IMX tokens be in circulation?
A: The final tokens will be fully unlocked by October 31, 2025, following the carefully structured vesting schedule.
Q: Can IMX be used across all Immutable products?
A: Yes, IMX serves as the unified currency across Immutable zkEVM and the broader ecosystem, ensuring seamless interoperability.
Q: How does the governance system work?
A: Token holders vote on Snapshot proposals with weight proportional to their stake, determining protocol upgrades and strategic direction.