diff --git a/sway/config b/sway/config
index 4865d09..7a8847b 100644
--- a/sway/config
+++ b/sway/config
@@ -44,6 +44,7 @@ exec telegram-desktop -startintray
 exec gammastep-indicator
 exec nextcloud --background
 exec com.gitlab.newsflash
+exec element-desktop --hidden
 
 # mute microfone
 exec amixer set Capture nocap