> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.swarmnetwork.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.swarmnetwork.org/swarm-network/network-governance/the-swarm-network/powers.md).

# Powers

The Swarm Network has the following powers:

* raise funds and apply for, invite, obtain, collect and receive contributions (including in-kind contributions of tangible or intangible property), grants, subscriptions, fees and otherwise;
* engage any person or organization to assist in the attainment of the purposes;
* define and administer Platform rules and policies; and
* do all such other lawful things as shall further attainment of the purposes including prohibiting the use of the platform by any person to ensure adherence to its purposes.