Pomodoro Timer
Stay focused with 25-minute work sessions and real breaks.
Work 25 minutes, break 5; after four rounds take 15–30 minutes. The technique works because starting is the hardest part — committing to just 25 minutes defeats procrastination, and the timer creates urgency that open-ended work lacks.
How to use the pomodoro timer
- Set your session lengths (or use defaults).
- Start a focus session.
- Take the break when it rings — really take it.
Pomodoro Timer — FAQs
What is the Pomodoro technique?
Work in focused 25-minute intervals (‘pomodoros’) separated by 5-minute breaks; after four, take a longer 15–30 minute break. Invented by Francesco Cirillo in the 1980s.
Why 25 minutes?
Long enough for deep work, short enough to start without dread. Adjust to 50/10 once the habit sticks — the ritual matters more than the number.
What should I do during breaks?
Move, stretch, look away from screens, hydrate. Not social media — that’s not rest, it’s context-switching.
Does it really improve productivity?
For procrastination-prone tasks, yes — studies show time-boxing reduces task avoidance. For creative flow states, a longer single block may suit you better.
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