# Tokenomics Fundamentals 

### Overview

Tokenomics explains who gets tokens, when, and why. It affects supply, price behavior, and your ability to claim and use tokens.

### Core concepts

* Total supply: Maximum number of tokens.
* Circulating supply: Tokens currently tradable.
* Allocations: Shares for team, investors, community, treasury.
* TGE: Token Generation Event; first distribution.
* Vesting: Scheduled releases over time (often with a cliff).
* Claim contract: Smart contract to claim vested tokens.

### Key takeaways

* Unlock schedules reduce sudden supply shocks.
* Circulating supply matters more than total supply short-term.
* Learn the claim flow and dates before you invest.

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