# Token FAQ Is the Hilo token supply limited? Yes. The Hilo token has a **fixed and limited supply**. *** ### Which networks is the token available on? The token is available on: * Solana * Ethereum *** ### Is liquidity locked? Yes. Liquidity is locked to help ensure stability and long-term trust. *** ### What is the token used for? The token has real utility across the Hilo ecosystem, including: * Subscription discounts * Premium access * VIP features * AI research credits * Vaults and reward systems * Cashback mechanisms * API access * Advanced data access * Tipping other users * Unlocking new features * Enhanced reward-sharing systems Utility will expand over time as the platform grows. *** ### Does the token affect voting influence? No. The token does not affect: * Prediction influence * Market weight * Accuracy * Truth outcomes Those are governed by MIS and HIQ, not token holdings. *** ### Can I use the token to pay for subscriptions? Yes. You can pay for subscriptions using the token. *** ### Are there discounts for paying with the token? Yes. Using the token may provide: * Subscription discounts * Fee reductions * Bonus features *** ### What are AI research credits? AI research credits allow access to advanced analytics, research tools, and AI-powered insights. Some of these will be unlocked or discounted through token usage. *** ### What are vaults? Vaults are systems that allow users to: * Earn rewards * Access special features * Participate in structured programs Some vault features may require or benefit from token usage. *** ### Can I earn tokens on Hilo? Yes. Tokens can be earned through: * Reward systems * Participation * Quests * Campaigns * Community programs *** ### Is the token deflationary? Yes. Part of the platform’s revenue will be used to **buy back and burn tokens**, reducing total supply over time. *** ### Why is the token deflationary? Deflation helps: * Reward long-term holders * Align incentives * Reduce supply over time * Strengthen the ecosystem *** ### Is the token an investment? No. The token is a **utility token**, not an investment product. *** ### Can the token price go up or down? Yes. Like any decentralized token, price can fluctuate based on market conditions. Hilo does not guarantee any price outcomes. *** ### Can I lose money with the token? If you trade or speculate on the token externally, market risks apply. Using the token on Hilo itself is not a gambling mechanism. *** ### Does Hilo custody my tokens? No. Hilo does not custody user wallets or private keys. *** ### Where can I store the token? Any compatible Solana or Ethereum wallet. *** ### Can I transfer the token? Yes. It is fully transferable. *** ### Will more token utilities be added? Yes. New features will continue to integrate token utility, including: * New reward-sharing models * New access tiers * New AI tools * New data products * New premium features *** ### Why would someone hold a large amount of HILO? Holding larger amounts of HILO unlocks **higher-tier access** inside the ecosystem. Think of it as a **VIP whitelist system**. Large holders can gain access to: * Special platform features * Private tools and experiments * Early product releases * Gated AI and research utilities * Advanced analytics and data access In addition, larger holders may be eligible for **exclusive opportunities tied to the company and its assets**, such as: * Private investment opportunities * Early participation in new ventures * Access to internal or strategic initiatives * Whitelisted programs * Special asset-related opportunities This is about **access and priority**, not control over truth or market outcomes. *** ### Holding-based rewards There will also be a **holding-proportional reward system**. This means: * Rewards can scale with the amount of HILO you hold * Higher commitment = higher potential share * Some distributions may be proportional to holdings This can feel similar to **revenue-style sharing**, but it is based on utility participation, not guarantees. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.hilomarket.com/help/readme/token-faq.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.