Pomodoro Timer
Free online Pomodoro timer to boost your focus and productivity. Customizable work and break intervals, session tracking, alarm sounds, and keyboard shortcuts. No signup needed.
How to Use Pomodoro Timer
- 1 Click the Start button or press Space to begin a 25-minute focus session
- 2 Work on your task with full concentration until the timer rings
- 3 Take a 5-minute short break when the alarm sounds
- 4 After 4 focus sessions, take a longer 15-minute break
- 5 Adjust timer durations in Settings if needed
- 6 Track your completed sessions throughout the day
What You Get
Online Pomodoro timer with customizable focus (25 min), short break (5 min), and long break (15 min) intervals. Features animated countdown ring, session counter, alarm sounds, browser notifications, keyboard shortcuts (Space to start/pause, R to reset), and daily session tracking. Works offline.
Input: Default: 25 min focus, 5 min short break, 15 min long break
Output: 4 sessions = 2 hours of focused work with scheduled breaks
Input: Study mode: 50 min focus, 10 min break
Output: Longer deep-work sessions for exam preparation
Input: Quick bursts: 15 min focus, 3 min break
Output: Short sprints for creative brainstorming or email processing
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 intervals (traditionally 25 minutes) called "pomodoros," separated by short breaks. After 4 pomodoros, you take a longer break. The technique improves focus by breaking work into manageable chunks and preventing burnout through regular rest.
How long should a Pomodoro session be?
The traditional Pomodoro is 25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break. However, research shows optimal focus periods vary by person. Some prefer 50/10 for deep work, while others do better with 15/3 for tasks requiring frequent context switches. Start with 25/5 and adjust based on your concentration patterns.
Why does the Pomodoro Technique work?
The technique works because it leverages three psychological principles: timeboxing (a fixed deadline creates urgency), forced breaks (prevents decision fatigue and mental exhaustion), and progress tracking (completing pomodoros gives a sense of accomplishment). Studies show that regular breaks improve sustained attention and creative problem-solving.
What should I do during Pomodoro breaks?
During short breaks (5 min): stand up, stretch, grab water, or look away from the screen. Avoid checking email or social media — these are mentally draining. During long breaks (15-30 min): take a walk, eat a snack, do light exercise, or meditate. The goal is to let your brain rest so it can perform at peak focus in the next session.
Can I pause a Pomodoro timer?
Traditionally, a Pomodoro should not be paused — if interrupted, you restart it. However, real life has interruptions. This timer lets you pause and resume. If you find yourself pausing frequently, it may help to address the source of interruptions (silence notifications, close chat apps) before starting your next session.
How many Pomodoros should I do per day?
Most people can sustain 8-12 quality pomodoros (3.5-5 hours of focused work) per day. Knowledge workers rarely achieve more than 4-5 hours of truly focused work. Start with 4 pomodoros and gradually increase. Quality matters more than quantity — 6 focused pomodoros beat 12 distracted ones.
Is this Pomodoro timer free?
Yes, this timer is 100% free with no account required. All features — customizable intervals, session tracking, alarm sounds, keyboard shortcuts, and browser notifications — are included at no cost. Your data stays in your browser and is never sent to any server.
Does this timer work on mobile?
Yes. This Pomodoro timer works on all devices with a modern browser — desktop, tablet, and mobile. The interface is fully responsive. For the best experience on mobile, keep the browser tab active. You can enable browser notifications to get alerts even when the tab is in the background.
All timer data stays in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server.