diff --git a/init.lua b/init.lua
index 0a953e7..619952d 100644
--- a/init.lua
+++ b/init.lua
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ local toolrepair
 
 local tabs = {}
 
-local progressive_mode = core.settings:get_bool "i3_progressive_mode"
+local progressive_mode = core.settings:get_bool "i3_progressive_mode" and not(core.is_creative_enabled())
 local damage_enabled = core.settings:get_bool "enable_damage"
 
 local __3darmor, __skinsdb, __awards