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Pomodoro Timer

Free online Pomodoro timer with customisable focus, short break and long break lengths. Tracks sessions, total focus time and cycles. No sign-up needed.

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Why the Pomodoro Technique works

The Pomodoro Technique rests on two simple ideas: a fixed, visible time limit helps you stay on one task, and regular short breaks give your attention a rest.

How to use this timer effectively

  1. Before starting a pomodoro, write down the single task you will work on. Undivided attention is key.
  2. Set the timer and work until it rings. If a distraction pops into your head, write it down and return to the task.
  3. Take a genuine short break — away from the screen.
  4. After 4 pomodoros, take a longer break to fully recharge.
  5. Track how many pomodoros complex tasks take to improve future estimates.

Customising for your work style

The classic 25/5 split works well for most tasks. For deep work sessions like writing, coding, or research, many people prefer longer intervals (45–50 minutes focus, 10–15 minutes break). For administrative tasks or when energy is low, shorter sessions (15–20 minutes) can feel more achievable. Experiment and find what sustains your best performance.

Common use cases

You can use it to split an article or chapter into 25-minute drafting sprints, to force breaks while debugging, or to structure study as four pomodoros of maths, a long break, then four of science.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. You work in focused 25-minute intervals (called 'pomodoros'), followed by a 5-minute short break. After every 4 pomodoros, you take a longer 15–30 minute break. People use it to stay on one task at a time and to take regular breaks.
Can I change the default durations?
Yes. The three input fields at the top let you set custom durations for focus time, short break, and long break in minutes. Changes take effect on the next timer start. A common variation is 50-minute focus with 10-minute breaks for tasks requiring deep concentration.
How many pomodoros should I do per day?
There is no fixed number. At 25 minutes each, 8 pomodoros is 3 h 20 min of focus and 12 is 5 h; the focus-time counter on this page shows your own total.
What should I do during breaks?
Short breaks (5 min): stand up, stretch, get water, look away from screens. Avoid checking social media as it can re-engage the mind instead of resting it. Long breaks (15–30 min): walk, eat, meditate, or do something completely unrelated to work.
Does this timer make sound when it finishes?
Yes, a short beep plays when a phase finishes (not when you skip it), using the browser's built-in audio. If you hear nothing, check that the tab and the device are not muted.

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