diff --git a/config/_default/params.toml b/config/_default/params.toml
index ed684b5..009877d 100644
--- a/config/_default/params.toml
+++ b/config/_default/params.toml
@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@
 # https://blowfish.page/docs/configuration/#theme-parameters
 
 colorScheme = "blowfish"
-defaultAppearance = "light" # valid options: light or dark
+defaultAppearance = "dark" # valid options: light or dark
 autoSwitchAppearance = true
 
 enableSearch = true