> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://inspect.gitbook.io/inspect/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://inspect.gitbook.io/inspect/token-utility/overview.md).

# Overview

The INSP token not only acts as a traditional governance token, empowering holders to vote on proposals and decisions concerning the Inspect ecosystem, but also boasts a wide range of additional functionalities. Token holders can access INSP protocol features and exclusive premium benefits, making the token more versatile and valuable within the ecosystem. Moreover, the INSP token plays a crucial role as a payment method and an incentive mechanism to promote desirable community behaviors and actions.

These diverse use cases foster the adoption and utility of the INSP token, ultimately driving the growth and success of the Inspect ecosystem. In the following sections, we provide a brief overview of the token's functionalities, which will be refined and finalized as each integration's development process unfolds in more detail.


---

# Agent Instructions
This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com.

## 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://inspect.gitbook.io/inspect/token-utility/overview.md?ask=<question>
```

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.