Boost focus and productivity with the Pomodoro Technique — timed work sessions (25 min) alternated with short (5 min) and long (15 min) breaks. Customize intervals, track completed pomodoros, get desktop notifications, and stay in the flow — all in your browser.
How to Use Pomodoro Timer
- 1Choose your focus session length (default 25 min), short break (default 5 min), and long break (default 15 min)
- 2Click "Start Focus" to begin the timer — the countdown runs in the browser tab title so you never lose track
- 3When the timer rings, take your break — short break after each session, long break after 4 sessions
- 4View your completed pomodoro count for the day, reset at any time, or adjust intervals between sessions
- 5Enable desktop notifications to get alerts even when the tab is in the background
Features
- Full Pomodoro workflow — Focus → Short Break → Focus → Long Break cycle with automatic session tracking
- Customizable intervals — set your own focus time, short break, and long break durations to match your rhythm
- Desktop notifications using the browser Notification API — get alerts when a session ends (even in another tab)
- Live browser tab title countdown — see remaining time at a glance without switching tabs
- Session counter — tracks completed pomodoros per day with visual progress indicator
- Auto-start breaks — smoothly transitions between focus and break sessions
- Audio alert on completion — optional beep sound when timer reaches zero
- Timer state persists in memory — pause and resume as needed, all processing is browser-local
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. Work in focused 25-minute intervals (called "pomodoros") separated by 5-minute breaks. Every 4 pomodoros, take a longer 15-30 minute break.
Can I change the default timer durations?
Yes. Click the settings icon to customize focus time, short break, and long break durations to whatever works best for your workflow.
Do I need to grant notification permission?
Desktop notifications are optional. The timer will still ring audibly and show the countdown in the browser tab title. Notifications require your permission via the browser Notification API.
Does the timer keep running if I close the tab?
No. The timer runs only while the page is open. However, the countdown is shown in the browser tab title so you can see remaining time even when working in other tabs.
Is my data saved between visits?
Session counts are stored in your browser's localStorage so you can track your daily progress. Timer durations are also persisted.
How many pomodoros should I do per day?
Most people aim for 8-12 pomodoros per day (about 4-6 hours of focused work). Start with 4-6 and adjust based on your concentration span and workload.