Pomodoro Timer
Pomodoro technique timer with work and break sessions
Pomodoro Timer
Time Settings (minutes)
About Pomodoro Technique
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that uses a timer to break work into intervals (traditionally 25 minutes) separated by short breaks. After 4 work sessions, take a longer break. This technique helps improve focus and productivity.
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About Pomodoro Timer
Boost productivity with the Pomodoro Technique using our Pomodoro timer. This time management method breaks work into 25-minute focused sessions (pomodoros) followed by short breaks, helping maintain concentration and preventing burnout. Perfect for students studying, professionals working on projects, developers coding, writers creating content, and anyone wanting to improve focus and productivity. Our timer features customizable work/break durations, automatic session tracking, completion statistics, audio notifications, and long break intervals after sets of pomodoros. The technique combats procrastination, improves time awareness, reduces mental fatigue, and helps estimate task duration.
Key Features
Customizable Durations
Set custom work session (default 25min), short break (5min), and long break (15min) durations to match your workflow.
Automatic Session Cycling
Timer automatically switches between work and break sessions. Focus on work, let timer handle transitions.
Session Counter
Tracks completed pomodoros to show daily progress and maintain motivation through visible accomplishment.
Audio Notifications
Sound alerts when work/break sessions end. Stay focused without constantly checking timer.
Long Break Intervals
Automatically schedules longer breaks after 4 pomodoros to prevent fatigue and maintain productivity.
Pause and Resume
Pause timer for interruptions, resume when ready. Flexibility for real-world workflow disruptions.
How to Use Pomodoro Timer
Choose a task to work on
Choose a task to work on. Follow the tool interface to complete this step.
Start the timer for a 25-minute work session
Start the timer for a 25-minute work session. Follow the tool interface to complete this step.
Work with full focus until timer rings
no distractions
Take a 5-minute break when timer ends
relax, stretch, rest eyes
After 4 pomodoros, take a longer 15-30 minute break
After 4 pomodoros, take a longer 15-30 minute break. Follow the tool interface to complete this step.
Repeat the cycle throughout your work day
Repeat the cycle throughout your work day. Follow the tool interface to complete this step.
Review completed pomodoros to track productivity
Review completed pomodoros to track productivity. Follow the tool interface to complete this step.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
Created by Francesco Cirillo, the technique uses timer to break work into 25-minute intervals (pomodoros) separated by short breaks. After 4 pomodoros, take longer break. Name comes from tomato-shaped kitchen timer Cirillo used as student.
Why 25 minutes?
25 minutes is long enough for meaningful progress but short enough to maintain focus. It creates sense of urgency without overwhelming. If task needs more time, continue with additional pomodoros.
What should I do during breaks?
Step away from work. Stretch, walk, get water, rest eyes (especially from screens), meditate, or relax. Avoid work-related activities. Breaks are essential for the technique to work.
Can I adjust the time intervals?
Yes! While 25/5/15 is traditional, customize to your needs. Some use 50/10, others 15/3. Experiment to find what maintains your focus best. Keep work/break ratio balanced.
What if I get interrupted during a pomodoro?
For minor interruptions, note it and continue. For major interruptions requiring attention, pause/reset pomodoro. Pomodoro must be uninterrupted focused work to count. Minimize predictable interruptions.
How many pomodoros should I do per day?
Depends on your schedule and energy. 8-12 pomodoros (4-6 hours of focused work) is realistic for full day. Quality over quantity - better to complete 6 focused pomodoros than 12 distracted ones.
Does the Pomodoro Technique actually work?
Yes for most people. Research shows benefits: improved focus, reduced mental fatigue, better time awareness, increased productivity. However, not for everyone - some tasks/people need longer uninterrupted periods. Try it to see if it fits your work style.
Can I use Pomodoro for creative work?
Yes, though some worry breaks interrupt creative flow. Many creatives find pomodoros help overcome perfectionism and analysis paralysis. Breaks can spark new ideas. Adjust intervals if needed - some use 50-minute pomodoros for deep creative work.
Use Cases
- Deep Work and Focused Tasks: Use for coding, writing, design work, or any task requiring concentration. Pomodoro technique minimizes distractions and maximizes focused work time.
- Study Sessions: Students can maintain focus while studying, prevent burnout, and retain information better through regular breaks and focused intervals.
- Task Time Estimation: Track how many pomodoros tasks take. Improves time estimation skills and project planning accuracy over time.
- Remote Work Productivity: Structure unstructured remote work time, create clear work/break boundaries, and maintain work-life balance when working from home.
- Overcoming Procrastination: Breaking work into 25-minute chunks makes daunting tasks feel manageable. Easier to start when you know it's just one pomodoro.