diff --git a/contrib/inventory/digital_ocean.ini b/contrib/inventory/digital_ocean.ini
index 021899731c..01afe33968 100644
--- a/contrib/inventory/digital_ocean.ini
+++ b/contrib/inventory/digital_ocean.ini
@@ -22,3 +22,7 @@ cache_path = /tmp
 # seconds, a new API call will be made, and the cache file will be updated.
 #
 cache_max_age = 300
+
+# Use the private network IP address instead of the public when available.
+#
+use_private_network = False