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Pomodoro focus timer

Boost productivity using the proven Pomodoro Technique. Features customizable 25-minute focus intervals, 5-minute short breaks, 15-minute long rest sessions, cycle counting, and synthesized chime alerts in-browser.

Runs entirely in your browser

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About this tool

The Pomodoro Technique is a simple, well-known method for sustained focus: work in a fixed interval — classically 25 minutes — then take a short break, and after several cycles take a longer rest. This timer implements that rhythm with customisable focus intervals, 5-minute short breaks, 15-minute long breaks, automatic cycle counting and a synthesised chime so you know when each phase ends without watching the clock.

The value of the method is that it turns an open-ended task into a series of manageable sprints and builds in the recovery that keeps attention fresh. Knowing a break is coming makes it easier to resist distractions during a focus block, and the cycle count gives a satisfying sense of progress across a session.

Everything, including the alert sound, runs in your browser — there is no account and nothing is uploaded. Adjust the interval lengths to suit your own concentration span; the 25/5 default is a starting point, not a rule.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Pomodoro Technique?
It is a time-management method of working in focused intervals separated by short breaks, with a longer break after several cycles. The intervals are traditionally 25 minutes, which is where the timer’s default comes from.
Can I change the interval lengths?
Yes. The focus, short-break and long-break durations are customisable, so you can tune the rhythm to your own attention span rather than sticking to 25/5/15.
How will I know when an interval ends?
The timer plays a synthesised chime at the end of each phase, so you can stay focused without watching the countdown.
Does it track how many cycles I have done?
Yes. It counts completed cycles, which helps you structure longer breaks and see your progress across a work session.
Does it need an account or internet connection?
No. It runs entirely in your browser with no sign-up, and nothing about your sessions is uploaded.

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