What is a pomodoro timer?
A pomodoro timer splits work into short focus blocks, usually 25 minutes, followed by a 5-minute break. After four blocks you take a longer 15–30 minute break. This timer runs in your browser, shows the countdown in the tab title, and keeps your current task on screen while it runs.
The method asks one thing of you: stay with one task until the timer ends. Then stop, even if you're mid-sentence. A short block is easier to start than a whole afternoon. The break gives you a planned moment to stand up before you burn out.
How to use this pomodoro timer
- Write the one task. Type what you're working on. Skip it if you just want the clock.
- Press Start. The disc starts shrinking. Switch tabs if you need to; the countdown stays in your tab title.
- Take the break. The screen flashes when time's up. Then start your 5-minute break with one click.
Want sound? Turn on the chime in settings. It's off until you switch it on.
Why a visible timer can help when time feels invisible
A timer you can't see is easy to forget. One App Store reviewer put it plainly: "Out of sight out of mind. I can't hunt for the timer to see how much time is left." (App Store review, Aug 2023). This timer is designed with that in mind:
- Time you can see shrinking. The colored disc gets smaller as time runs out. One glance tells you how much is left, without reading numbers.
- Always in view. Your tab title shows the countdown, like 12:34 · Focus. In browsers that support it, Pop out keeps a small timer window on top of your other windows.
- Your task on screen. The task you typed sits under the timer. When you look up, you see what you were doing.
- Your music keeps playing. The timer is silent by default and plays no background audio, so it doesn't stop your playlist.
- Change the length for free. Pick 5, 15, 25 or 45 minutes, or type your own. No account, no payment.
- No setup first. Open the page and press Start. Settings are there when you want them.
Not medical advice. If you think you may have ADHD, or have questions about treatment, talk to a qualified healthcare professional.
Pomodoro timer with a task list (just one task)
Many pomodoro timers come with a full to-do list. This one asks for one task: the thing you're doing right now. A long list on screen is one more thing to choose from while the clock runs. One line is enough to pull you back when your mind wanders.
When a focus round ends, that task moves to Done today. You still get a short list of what you finished, without managing a list while you work.
Your tasks are saved only in this browser. They are never uploaded.
Compare: this timer, a kitchen timer, and other timer apps
| Option | Time in view | Shows your task | Change the length | Your music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This timer | Tab title, plus Pop out where supported | Yes, under the timer | Free, 1 to 120 minutes | Silent by default, no background audio |
| A kitchen timer on your desk | Yes, if it's in front of you | No | Yes | Not affected, but the ring is loud |
| Other timer apps (from App Store reviews) | — | — | Some reviewers say changing it needs a subscription | Some reviewers say the timer stopped their music |
Review sources: App Store reviews about the length behind a subscription (Feb 2024) and the music being stopped (Jul 2026). "—" means we haven't checked.
Who this pomodoro timer is for
- You look up and an hour is gone. Put the timer in your tab title or pop it out. The time stays where your eyes already are.
- 25 minutes feels too long. Start with 10 or 15 minutes. Changing it costs nothing. See the pomodoro timer for ADHD for shorter presets.
- You study with your own music. The timer stays quiet and leaves your playlist alone. Want it to look calmer? Try the aesthetic pomodoro timer.
- You just want a plain timer. It opens at 25/5 with one button. Nothing to set up.
Pricing
Free, no sign-up
Everything you need for a full focus round.
- Any timer length, from 1 to 120 minutes
- Your current task on screen
- A disc that shrinks as time runs
- Countdown in your tab title
- Pop out, in browsers that support it
- Today's rounds and tasks, saved on this device
Focus Plus Coming soon
For when you want to see how your time estimates compare with reality.
Planned:
- Estimate vs. actual report: how your time estimates compare with reality, week by week
- Export your history to CSV
- Move your history to another device with a backup file
Pomodoro timer FAQ
What is the pomodoro technique?
It's a way to work in short, timed blocks. You focus on one task for about 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break. After four blocks, you take a longer break. The short blocks make a task easier to start.
Can I change the 25-minute length?
Yes, for free. Pick 5, 15, 25 or 45 minutes, or type any length from 1 to 120. You don't need an account, and nothing is locked behind a payment. The timer remembers your last length next time.
Does the timer keep running if I switch tabs?
Yes. It counts from the time you pressed Start, so it's right when you come back. The tab title may update more slowly while the tab is in the background. Browsers can delay timers and alerts when this tab is in the background or your device is asleep. Don't rely on this timer for medication, cooking, or other safety-critical reminders.
Will it stop my music?
No. The timer is silent by default and never plays background sound. If you turn on the chime, it plays one short sound when time's up.
Where are my tasks stored?
Only in this browser. Your tasks, rounds and settings stay on your device and are never uploaded. You can delete them anytime with Clear my data in settings.
Can I use it on my phone?
Yes, it works in your phone's browser. There's no app to install. Pop out isn't available on phones, and a locked screen can delay the alert.
Is a pomodoro clock the same as a pomodoro timer?
Yes. People use both names for the same thing: a countdown that switches between focus blocks and breaks.
Is this a medical tool?
No. This is a productivity timer. It is not medical advice and is not a treatment for ADHD or any other condition.
Limitations
- It runs in your browser. Close the tab and the timer stops.
- There's no account, so your history doesn't move between devices.
- On phones, a locked screen can delay the alert.
- Pop out only shows up in browsers that support it.
More timers
- ADHD timer: a visual timer that shrinks as it runs and can float above other windows.
- Pomodoro timer for ADHD: shorter blocks of 10, 15 or 25 minutes.
- Aesthetic pomodoro timer: calm themes for study sessions.
You already know what you need to do. The hard part is starting, and then noticing when the time has gone. Write the task, press Start, and keep the time where you can see it.