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My timers
Save setups you use often under a name (up to 2) and open them in one tap on any device
7-day stats and charts
Time used is logged automatically: total time, sessions and a daily chart
Streaks 🔥
See how many days in a row you have used it
Projects
Group timers like "Study" or "Work" and see time per segment (1 project)

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What is the Pomodoro Technique?

The Pomodoro Technique is a time-management method that alternates 25 minutes of focused work with a 5-minute break — one cycle is called a "pomodoro." It was created by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s and named after the tomato-shaped ("pomodoro" in Italian) kitchen timer he used as a student. The idea is to stack short, finite bursts of focus: a fixed 25-minute deadline makes concentration easier to summon, and after four pomodoros you take a longer 15–30 minute break.

How to use this Pomodoro timer

Opening this page loads a 25-minute work timer and a 5-minute break timer, set to repeat four times. Just press Start and the timer runs the work-break-work cycle automatically. You can change the durations and the number of repeats on the spot, and if you want a long break, use "Add timer" to append a 15-minute rest. Any setup you build can be saved and shared simply by copying the URL, so you can bookmark your own custom Pomodoro configuration.

Why 25 and 5 minutes?

Twenty-five minutes is long enough to make real progress but short enough that focus rarely fades — a practical sweet spot, not a strict rule. If you get into flow easily, try 50 minutes of work with a 10-minute break; if your tasks are small and frequent, 15 and 3 may fit better. What matters is not the exact number but deliberately separating work from rest. Start with the standard 25 + 5, and adjust if it doesn't feel right.

Tips for staying focused

Three habits do most of the work. First, assign just one task to each pomodoro — trying to juggle several dilutes your focus. Second, silence notifications while you work; even moving your phone to another room cuts the cost of getting back on track. Third, step away from the screen during breaks and move a little — standing up, drinking water, or looking out a window resets your brain. If a pomodoro gets interrupted, drop it and start a fresh one. Begin with four pomodoros a day.

Track your focus time

Sign in with Google — it is free — and the time your Pomodoro timer actually runs is logged automatically. Your account page shows the last 7 days: total time, sessions and completed sessions, with a chart for each day. Paused time is not counted, so you see how long you really focused. Seeing the numbers makes a goal like "four pomodoros a day" easier to keep. Your own Pomodoro setup can be saved as a named timer and used on both your phone and your computer. Signing in is optional; the timer stays free without an account.

FAQ

Do I really need the breaks? Yes — breaks are recovery time, and skipping them makes your output drop sharply later on.
What if I finish before 25 minutes are up? Stopping at a natural point is fine; consistency matters more than perfect adherence.
Is there a sound? The timer notifies you when a phase ends. In quiet settings you can leave it muted — the on-screen switch still shows each transition.
Can I track how long I worked? Yes. With a free sign-in, the time your timer runs is logged automatically and the last 7 days appear on your account page.

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Pomodoro Timer (25-min focus + 5-min break)