Pomodoro Focus Timer
Stay focused with the Pomodoro Technique: work in 25 minute sprints separated by short breaks, with a longer break after every fourth session. Tune the durations to fit how you work.
How to use the Pomodoro timer
- Press Start to begin a 25 minute focus session.
- Work until the timer ends, then take the short break it gives you.
- After every four focus sessions, enjoy a longer break.
- Adjust the durations or turn on auto-advance to keep the cycle running.
Examples
A classic Pomodoro cycle
Focus 25 min, break 5 min, repeated 4 times
Four focus sessions, then one 15 minute long break
A deep-work setup
Focus 50 min, short break 10 min, long break 30 min, long break every 3
Three 50 minute sessions, then a 30 minute long break
Frequently asked questions
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
It is a time management method that breaks work into focused intervals, traditionally 25 minutes, separated by short breaks, with a longer break after every fourth interval.
Why is a focus session 25 minutes?
Twenty five minutes is short enough to stay fully focused yet long enough to make real progress. You can change it to any length that suits your work.
When does the long break happen?
By default the long break comes after every four completed focus sessions. You can change how often it triggers in the settings.
Will the timer keep running if I switch tabs?
Yes. The countdown is based on the actual clock, so it stays accurate even if the tab is in the background. Leave the tab open to keep it running.
Is my activity tracked or uploaded?
No. The timer runs entirely in your browser. Nothing about your sessions is sent anywhere.
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