# General Overview

### Vision and Philosophy

The Intmax network is designed with a strong commitment to improving the efficiency and privacy of digital asset transactions. It fundamentally aims to reduce transaction fees dramatically and enhance user privacy significantly. 

By strategically minimizing transfer costs and implementing robust, state-of-the-art privacy measures, Intmax creates a highly secure, user-centric, and cost-effective digital transaction environment. Users and businesses alike can benefit from a faster, cheaper, and more secure network for handling their digital assets.

### Characteristics and Compatibility

Intmax distinguishes itself by specializing in highly efficient token transfer capabilities, positioning itself as an optimal solution for value transfers. One of its standout features is the innovative ability to send multiple tokens simultaneously to different recipient addresses without incurring additional transaction fees. This functionality is uniquely designed to achieve unparalleled scalability and cost efficiency, making it particularly suitable for applications that prioritize rapid, inexpensive transactions.

Unlike many platforms, Intmax has intentionally foregone general-purpose smart contract capabilities, focusing instead on mastering efficient token transfers. This focus allows Intmax to streamline operations and maintain exceptionally low transaction costs. However, it's important to note that Intmax does not currently support compatibility with EVM. Nonetheless, its specialized expertise in optimized value transfers positions it as a compelling alternative for users and developers seeking a highly efficient and economically advantageous solution.

### Mainnet Information <a href="#mainnet-information" id="mainnet-information"></a>

The INTMAX mainnet is actively deployed on Ethereum Network as of June 26th, 9 AM UTC. Mainnet allows for users and developers to explore private transfers, privacy mining, and all available functions of Intmax2 protocol.

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Supported environments currently includes:

* **Operating Systems**: Windows, MacOS, Linux
* **Wallets**: A selection of [supported wallets](/intmax-privacy-mining/hidden-pages/supported-wallets.md) (additional wallets will be supported in future updates).

Please note that INTMAX is committed to continuous improvement and expansion, and more supported environments will become available over time.

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## INTMAX Guides & Reference

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### Privacy Mining

Get started with INTMAX Privacy mining quickly through our comprehensive user guides:

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### Developer's Hub

Ready to start building on INTMAX? Our comprehensive Developers Hub provides everything you need to integrate with the network:

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[INTMAX Developers Hub](https://intmax-general.gitbook.io/intmax-developers-hub/)
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