Pomodoro Timer
Manage focus sessions with the Pomodoro technique. Customizable work and break durations.
POMODORO
25:00
FOCUS
0
COMPLETED
0
MINUTES
Timer Settings (minutes)
Transform Your Work with the Focus Technique
The Evidence-Based Method for More Productive Work in 25 Minutes
If you struggle to maintain focus, the cause is usually not a lack of motivation — the end of the task is not in sight and the brain does not know when it will rest. The Pomodoro technique solves this by splitting work into fixed-interval sessions.
What Is the Pomodoro Technique and How Does It Work?
Developed by Francesco Cirillo in the 1980s — named after the tomato-shaped kitchen timer he used — the Pomodoro Technique divides work into 25-minute focus blocks separated by 5-minute short breaks. After every 4 Pomodoros a 15–30 minute long break is taken.
The awareness of a time-bounded task both sharpens the mind and prevents burnout by setting a clear limit. Research shows that working with planned breaks generates less mental fatigue than a single long work session.
How to Use. Step by Step
Settings
- Work duration (default 25 min, recommended range: 15–50 min)
- Short break (default 5 min)
- Long break (default 15 min)
- Number of Pomodoros before a long break (default 4)
Work Cycle
Press Start and focus on your work. When the time is up, a short break begins automatically. After the 4th Pomodoro a long break starts. Completed Pomodoros appear as dots at the bottom of the screen.
Sample Daily Schedule
| Goal | Pomodoros | Net Work | Short Break | Long Break |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-hour work session | 4 | 100 min | 15 min | — |
| 4-hour work session | 8 | 200 min | 25 min | 15 min |
| Exam prep (6 hours) | 12 | 300 min | 35 min | 30 min |
How to Interpret the Results
The number of completed Pomodoros is your daily focus capacity. Most people can sustain 8–12 Pomodoros per day (3–5 hours of net work). Beyond that, productivity declines rather than increases.
If you finish your task within a Pomodoro, use the remaining time for review or a related sub-task. If work is left unfinished, do not reset the counter — carry the task to the next Pomodoro.
Tips for Best Results
- Define a single task before the Pomodoro starts — avoid cramming multiple tasks into the same session.
- Step away from the screen during breaks: a short walk or resting your eyes speeds up mental reset.
- If interrupted, note the task and defer it to after the session — do not touch the Pomodoro counter.
- Use the standard 25/5 setting for the first week; once the rhythm is established you can extend work periods to suit your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Press Start and focus on your work. The timer will remind you when to take a break. The number of completed Pomodoros is the most objective productivity indicator of the day.