Pomodoro Timer

The Pomodoro Technique is one of the simplest and most effective focus methods ever devised. Created by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s and named after his tomato-shaped kitchen timer ("pomodoro" is Italian for tomato), it breaks work into focused intervals separated by short breaks.

How it works

Work for 25 minutes with full focus on a single task, then take a 5-minute break. Each 25-minute block is one "pomodoro." After four pomodoros, take a longer break of 15–30 minutes. This timer runs the work/break cycle for you, with a visual countdown ring and an on-screen alert when each session ends.

Why it works

- **It fights procrastination.** Committing to just 25 minutes is far less daunting than "work on the report." - **It protects your attention.** Knowing a break is coming makes it easier to resist checking your phone mid-session. - **It prevents burnout.** Regular breaks keep your mind fresh across a long day. - **It makes progress visible.** Counting completed pomodoros turns vague effort into a concrete tally.

Use it for studying, writing, coding, or any task that rewards deep focus. The timer keeps time accurately even if you switch tabs, and nothing is uploaded.