# PlatformID

## What is a Platform ID?

Platform ID is the way in which access control is implemented on TalentLayer. It gives exclusive rights for Platform ID holders to read and write to the TalentLayer backend for performing functionality such as minting TalentLayerIDs, creating Services, Proposals, and more.

## How Do I Get a Testnet Platform ID?

Mint your testnet ID by following this guide.

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[Get a Platform ID](/get-a-platform-id.md)
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## How Can I Configure Fees With My Platform ID? 

Learn about what fees are configurable by Platforms in this section of our documentation. 

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[Fees & Economics](/readme/basics/platformid/fees-and-economics.md)
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## Learn More About The Tech

Learn more about the technical side of your Platform ID in our Technical Guide on the smart contract. 

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[TalentLayerPlatformID.sol](/technical-guides/lower-level-guides/smart-contracts/talentlayerplatformid.sol.md)
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