diff --git a/.gitignore b/.gitignore
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..162ad03
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.gitignore
@@ -0,0 +1,9 @@
+.mlvwm/pixmap/mini*.xpm
+.mlvwm/pixmap/chromium.xpm
+.mlvwm/pixmap/claws-mail.xpm
+.mlvwm/pixmap/cool-retro-term.xpm
+.mlvwm/pixmap/iridium.xpm
+.mlvwm/pixmap/mpv.xpm
+.mlvwm/pixmap/vlc.xpm
+.mlvwm/pixmap/zeal.xpm
+tmp