diff --git a/balena.yml b/balena.yml
index 2643af9..02fac35 100644
--- a/balena.yml
+++ b/balena.yml
@@ -1,5 +1,6 @@
 name: balena-nodejs-hello-world
 type: sw.application
+joinable: false
 description: >-
   This is a simple skeleton NodeJS server that works on any of the devices supported by balena. It also serves as a boilerplate project for you to get started on building your fleet. Have fun! 
 post-provisioning: >-