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Start Pomodoro Timer →What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. You break work into focused intervals — called pomodoros — typically 25 minutes long, separated by short breaks. After four pomodoros, you take a longer break.
The method works because it creates artificial urgency (the ticking timer), makes large tasks feel manageable, and forces you to take breaks before cognitive fatigue sets in. Decades of research on ultradian rhythms confirm that focused work followed by deliberate rest is the highest-output way to work.
Popular timer presets
DeepWorking includes four science-backed presets — or build your own.
The original technique by Francesco Cirillo. Best for beginners and fragmented tasks.
From a study of 1.8M workers. Best for deep work and sustained concentration.
Cal Newport's preferred ratio. Best for complex creative or technical work.
Short bursts of maximum effort. Best for ADHD or overcoming procrastination.
Features
Fully customizable
Set any focus duration from 1 to 180 min. Build your own flow with multiple focus and break blocks.
Streak tracking
Track your daily focus streaks. Set rest days, go on vacation mode, and never lose your progress.
AI supervisor
Choose a character that holds you accountable — from a supportive buddy to a strict sergeant.
Ambient sounds
Rain, café, forest, brown noise, fire, keyboard — built-in ambient player to help you focus.
Browser notifications
Get notified when your focus block or break ends — even when the tab is in the background.
Works everywhere
Desktop, mobile, and as a PWA you can install on your home screen. No account needed.
How to use a Pomodoro timer
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Choose your task
Pick one specific task to work on. Vague goals produce vague focus — the more concrete the better.
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Set the timer
Use the classic 25-minute preset or adjust the duration to fit your work style. Click Start.
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Work without interruption
No notifications, no tab-switching. If a distraction comes up, write it down and return to it after the session.
- 4
Take your break
When the timer ends, stop. Even if you're mid-sentence. The break is mandatory — it's what makes the next session possible.
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Repeat and track
Complete four sessions and take a long break. DeepWorking tracks your streak automatically across days.
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