What is the Pomodoro Technique?

Developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s, the Pomodoro Technique uses a kitchen timer (shaped like a tomato — pomodoro in Italian) to break work into intervals. Regular breaks improve mental agility and reduce mental fatigue.

Can I customize the session lengths?

Yes. While the classic technique uses 25/5/15 minute intervals, you can adjust work session length, short break length, and long break length in Settings to fit your personal focus pattern.

Will the timer work if I switch browser tabs?

Yes. The timer continues running in the background. Browser notifications will alert you when a session ends, even if the tab is not active. Make sure to allow notifications when prompted.

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Pomodoro Timer

Name: Pomodoro Timer
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Author: DailyDevTools

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What is Pomodoro Timer?

The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that breaks work into 25-minute focused sessions (called Pomodoros) separated by short 5-minute breaks, with a longer 15–30 minute break after every four sessions. DailyDevTools' Pomodoro Timer implements the full cycle with audio alerts, desktop notifications, and customizable durations — helping you maintain focus and prevent burnout.

How to use Pomodoro Timer

1Click Start to begin your 25-minute Pomodoro work session
2When the timer ends, a notification and sound alert you to take a 5-minute break
3After four Pomodoros, take a longer 15–30 minute break to recharge
4Customize work and break durations in Settings to match your focus rhythm

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