Pomodoro Timer
Focus with the Pomodoro technique — timed work sessions and automatic breaks.
- Completed sessions
- 0
- Up next
- Short break
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique breaks work into focused blocks — traditionally 25 minutes — separated by short breaks. After four work blocks you take a longer break. The short bursts make big tasks feel manageable and the regular breaks keep you fresh.
How this timer works
Set your work length and the short and long break lengths, then press start. The timer counts down in minutes and seconds and switches automatically between work and break, tracking how many focus sessions you have completed. Every fourth break is a long one.
How to use the Pomodoro Timer
- Set your intervals. Choose the work, short-break and long-break lengths in minutes.
- Press start. Begin the focus session and watch the minutes and seconds count down.
- Take your breaks. The timer switches to a break automatically when the work block ends.
- Pause or reset anytime. Pause to hold the clock, or reset to start the cycle from scratch.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a standard Pomodoro?
The classic session is 25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break, with a longer 15-minute break after every four sessions. You can change all three lengths here.
Does the timer switch to breaks by itself?
Yes. When a work block reaches zero the timer moves straight into a break, and back to work when the break ends.
When does the long break happen?
After every fourth completed work session the timer schedules a long break instead of a short one.
Will the timer keep running in a background tab?
Browsers may slow timers in hidden tabs. Keep the tab visible for the most accurate countdown.