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Today's Summary
Focused hours (today)
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Pomodoros (today)
4
Ends at
Streak (consecutive days)
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The online Pomodoro timer divides work into focused blocks (e.g., 25 minutes) alternated with short breaks. These cycles reduce mental fatigue, improve retention, and build a sustainable rhythm for deep work and study.
Unlike a regular stopwatch, this Pomodoro timer tracks completed cycles, net focus hours, daily streak, and projections for the current block's end time—all locally, directly in your browser, preserving your privacy with no registration required.
How to use the Pomodoro in the app (step-by-step)
List tasks:click “Add task,” objectively describe what you will do in the next focus block, and save.
Choose times:use the stage tabs (Focus, Short Break, Long Break) or customize durations in Preferences (e.g., 25/5/15 or 40/8/20).
Start focus:press “Start.” Close distractions, silence notifications, and keep the tab open (it can be in the background).
Work until the alarm sounds:avoid multitasking. If something else comes up, jot it down to handle later.
Take a break:stand up, stretch, breathe, hydrate. Avoid “diving” into social media/feeds.
Smart cycling:after 4 focus cycles, take a long break to recover cognitive energy.
Application features (highlights)
Integrated task list:create, complete, remove, and manage tasks per cycle. Bulk actions make it easy to clear completed tasks and stay focused.
Real-time metrics:KPIs show today's cycles, net focus hours, current block progress, and the “Ends at HH:MM”.
Quick preferences:open “Preferences” to adjust durations, audio, and small options. You can Save, Apply & Restart Stage (to take effect immediately), or restore Defaults.
Customizable audio:choose the alarm sound, preview it, and adjust separate volumes for the alarm and ticking. The volume/mute button next to the time allows for quick silencing.
Light/dark theme:theme switching for readability in different environments, with accessible focus states and smooth transitions.
Fullscreen:maximize the panel to reduce visual stimuli and enhance immersion.
Help and shortcuts:use the Help button to see tips and available keyboard shortcuts (when supported by your browser).
Privacy by default:data (tasks, metrics, preferences) is saved locally in your browser.
Understanding the metrics and KPIs
Completed cycles:counts how many focus sessions you have finished today.
Net hours:sums only the effective focus time (breaks are not included in the calculation).
Cycle progress:a bar that advances as the time of the current block elapses.
Ends at:predicts the end time of the current block, useful for scheduling appointments.
Daily streak:total consecutive days with at least one completed cycle.
Customizing times and workflow
The classic technique uses 25/5 with a long break after 4 cycles, but your context may require adjustments:
Long creative flow:try 40/8 or 50/10. If the alarm "breaks your train of thought," increase the focus time.
High distractibility:test 15–20/5 for a few days to rebuild consistency.
Clear milestones:each cycle should have an objective goal (e.g., “write the introduction,” not “work on the report”).
Comparability:avoid changing durations every day. Calibrate in blocks (e.g., 1 week) and compare results.
Audio, notifications, and practical focus
Alarm sound:choose a tone that wakes you up without being aggressive. Use the Preview button to test.
Independent volumes:adjust the alarm volume and, if you wish, enable a ticking sound with its own volume to keep the rhythm.
Quick mute:the volume icon near the display allows for quick muting/unmuting.
System notifications:if your browser allows, enable them in Help to receive alerts even with the tab in the background (requires keeping the tab open).
Productivity Best Practices
Specific intention:define what will be delivered at the end of the cycle (e.g., “solve 10 algebra problems”).
Protect the block:silence apps/warnings. Frequent interruptions dilute cognitive depth.
One task per cycle:progress granularly. Several small cycles are better than one scattered cycle.
Capture distractions:note down what comes up to deal with it in the next appropriate window.
Active break:stretch, breathe, walk, drink water. Avoid content that pulls your attention away.
Daily review:at the end of the day, see how many Pomodoros per macro-project and adjust tomorrow's plan.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Breaks that turn into distractions:don't extend them "just for a minute" indefinitely.
Constant micro-interruptions:every check of messages restarts the inertia.
No review:without looking at the metrics, you don't learn from your own process.
Unstable parameters:changing times every day invalidates comparisons and predictions.
When to adjust durations?
If you enter a flow state and the alarm always interrupts you "in the middle," extend the focus (e.g., 40/8). If you lose focus before the end, temporarily reduce it (e.g., 20/5) and increase it as the habit solidifies. The goal is to align the cycle with your actual energy curve, not to follow a rigid rule.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do I need to keep the tab open for the timer to work?Yes. The tab must remain open (it can be in the background). Closing or hibernating the browser will interrupt the cycle and the alarm.
Can I adjust the default durations?Yes. In Preferences, you can customize focus/breaks (e.g., 50/10) and apply them immediately with “Apply & Restart Stage” when needed.
Is my data sent to servers?No. Tasks, metrics, and preferences are saved locally in your browser, preserving your privacy.
What to do during a short break?Take an active break: stand up, stretch, breathe, and hydrate. Avoid engaging in content that captures your attention for too long.
Does it work for studying for difficult exams?Yes. Structure reviews, active reading, and problem-solving in blocks. Adjust the duration if the cycle frequently ends "in the middle" of your reasoning.
Does the app have sound, ticking, and notifications?Yes. In Preferences, you can choose the alarm sound, adjust volumes (alarm and ticking), and test with Preview. System notifications depend on browser permission.
Can I use it in fullscreen?Yes. Fullscreen mode helps reduce visual stimuli and enhances immersion during focus.
Summary
The online Pomodoro transforms diffuse time into measurable and predictable cycles. With consistent habits, you build a stable cadence of production and study, adjusted to your energy and context—simple, private, and efficient.
Note: educational content; does not replace medical, psychological, or professional advice. Adapt practices to your context and health.