Pomodoro Timer

Pomodoro Timer

This Pomodoro timer implements the standard Pomodoro Technique developed by Francesco Cirillo. Work in focused 25-minute sprints, take short 5-minute breaks between sessions, and enjoy a longer 15-minute break after completing four sessions. The dot indicators show your progress through each four-session cycle.

How to Use

1. Click Start to begin a 25-minute focus session.
2. When the session ends, a beep sounds and a 5-minute break begins automatically.
3. After four work sessions, a 15-minute long break starts.
4. Use Pause to freeze the timer, Skip to jump to the next phase, or Reset to start over.

Features

• Standard 25/5 Pomodoro intervals
• Automatic 15-minute long break after every 4 sessions
• Dot indicators tracking completed sessions
• Audio beep on phase transitions
• Pause, resume, skip, and reset controls

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Pomodoro timer and how does it work?

A Pomodoro timer uses the Pomodoro Technique: you work for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break. After four work sessions, you take a longer 15-minute break. This cycle helps maintain focus and prevent burnout during study or work sessions.

Can I customize the work and break durations?

This timer uses the standard Pomodoro intervals: 25 minutes of work, 5-minute short breaks, and a 15-minute long break after every four sessions. These are the most widely recommended durations for the technique.

What do the dot indicators mean?

The four dots represent the four work sessions in a Pomodoro cycle. A filled dot means that session has been completed. After all four dots are filled, a long break begins and the dots reset for the next cycle.

Can I skip a break or work session?

Yes. Click the Skip button to jump to the next phase immediately. This is useful if you want to skip a break and start working, or skip the remaining work time and go straight to your break.

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