diff --git a/init.lua b/init.lua
index b7f39383..ef4c6762 100644
--- a/init.lua
+++ b/init.lua
@@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ vim.g.have_nerd_font = true
 vim.opt.number = true
 vim.g.loaded_netrw = 1
 vim.g.loaded_netrwPlugin = 1
+vim.opt.swapfile = false
 
 -- You can also add relative line numbers, to help with jumping.
 --  Experiment for yourself to see if you like it!