Pomodoro Timer
Classic 25-minute work + 5-minute break Pomodoro technique. Focus better, beat procrastination with timeboxed work sessions.
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method invented by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. Break work into 25-minute focused sessions called "pomodoros" separated by 5-minute breaks. After 4 pomodoros, take a longer 15-30 minute break. This timeboxing approach beats procrastination, improves focus, and reduces burnout. Used by students, developers, writers, freelancers worldwide.
How to use
- Set your task — Decide what to work on
- Click Start — 25-min timer begins
- Focus until alarm — No distractions; if interrupted, restart
- Take short break — 5 min — stretch, water, walk
- After 4 rounds — Take 15-30 min long break
Tips
- Turn off phone notifications during pomodoro
- Track completed pomodoros for productivity insight
- Use longer 50/10 ratio if you find 25 min too short
- One task per pomodoro — no multi-tasking
FAQs
Why 25 minutes?
Cirillo found 25 min balances focus capability with practical time blocks. Most people can sustain deep focus 25-30 min.
What if I'm interrupted?
Strict Pomodoro: restart the timer. Pragmatic: pause and resume. Choose based on your work context.
Best for which work?
Mental tasks — writing, coding, studying. Less effective for creative flow (consider Flowtime method instead).