diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index c2fab19..b1d1a35 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -347,7 +347,7 @@ For example, memory_db would be set by adding `memory_db = true` under the line
 
 | Setting       | Type    | Default | Description             |
 |---------------|---------|---------|-------------------------|
-| `hideconsole` | boolean | true    | Hide console on startup |
+| `hideconsole` | boolean | false   | Hide console on startup |
 
 ### Environment variables