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Pomodoro Timer — Focus in 25-Minute Sprints

Beat procrastination one sprint at a time. Work in focused 25-minute blocks, recharge with short breaks, and earn a long break after every 4 sessions — right here in your browser, no app or signup needed.

25:00
Focus Session

0 pomodoros completed — long break after 4

Tip: keep this tab open while you work. The timer keeps counting even if you switch tabs, and a gentle chime plays when a session ends.

Customize your durations

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The timer runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you do here is uploaded, tracked, or stored on a server.

No signup

No account, no email, no download. Press Start and begin your first focus sprint immediately.

Free forever

Unlimited pomodoros, breaks, and custom durations — free with no session limits.

How to use the Pomodoro timer

  1. 1Pick one task

    Choose a single task to focus on — writing, studying, coding, or admin work. One task per sprint keeps the technique working.

  2. 2Press Start and focus

    Work on that task only until the timer ends. If a distraction pops up, jot it down and return to it after the sprint.

  3. 3Take the break

    When the chime plays, step away: stretch, grab water, or rest your eyes. Short breaks are 5 minutes by default.

  4. 4Earn the long break

    After 4 completed focus sessions, the timer automatically switches to a 15-minute long break. Then the cycle starts fresh.

Why this Pomodoro timer works

Classic 25-5-15 cycle

The proven default: 25 minutes of focus, a 5-minute short break, and a 15-minute long break after every 4 pomodoros.

Automatic phase switching

Finish a focus sprint and the timer moves to the right break on its own — no manual setup between sessions.

Visual progress ring

The ring drains as your session runs down, so you can see remaining time at a glance without reading numbers.

Session counter

Four dots track your current cycle and a running count shows total pomodoros completed today.

Custom durations

Prefer 50-minute deep-work blocks or 10-minute breaks? Set your own focus, short-break, and long-break lengths.

Gentle end-of-session sound

A soft Web Audio chime plays when a session ends — no audio files, no downloads, and easy to turn off.

Pomodoro timer FAQs

What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique is a time-management method created by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. You work in focused 25-minute intervals called pomodoros, separated by short breaks, with a longer break after every 4 pomodoros. The structure fights procrastination and mental fatigue.
How long is one pomodoro?
Traditionally 25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break. After 4 pomodoros you take a longer 15 to 30 minute break. This timer uses 25-5-15 by default, and you can change all three durations above.
What should I do during a pomodoro break?
Step away from the task completely: stand up, stretch, drink water, or look out the window. Avoid checking email or social media during short breaks — your brain recovers faster when the break is genuinely different from the work.
How many pomodoros should I do per day?
Most people manage 6 to 12 pomodoros in a workday, which is 2.5 to 5 hours of deep focus. Start with 4 to 6 and build up gradually — the goal is sustained focus, not marathon sessions.
Can I change the timer durations?
Yes. Enter your preferred focus, short-break, and long-break lengths in minutes and press Apply Durations. Popular alternatives are 50-minute focus blocks with 10-minute breaks, or 90-minute blocks for deep work.
Does the timer keep running if I switch tabs?
Yes. The timer uses the browser clock, so it keeps counting while you work in another tab or app. Return to this tab to see the current session and hear the end-of-session chime.
What happens after 4 pomodoros?
The timer automatically switches to a 15-minute long break instead of a short one, and the session dots reset for the next cycle. Your total completed count keeps climbing for the day.

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