25 min focus, 5 min break. Stay in the zone.
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. The method uses a timer to break work into intervals — traditionally 25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break. After four "pomodoros", a longer break of 15–30 minutes is recommended.
Research consistently shows that regular short breaks improve mental agility and help sustain focus over longer periods. The technique is widely used by students, developers, writers and knowledge workers of all kinds.
Select Focus 25m for a standard work session, Short 5m for a quick break, or Long 15m for an extended rest. Press Start. When the timer ends, an alarm sounds and the timer automatically suggests the next phase. The session counter tracks how many complete focus sessions you've done.
Before each Pomodoro, write down the single task you will work on. During the session, avoid all interruptions — if something comes up, note it down and address it later. Use the short breaks to physically move away from your screen. After four sessions, take a genuine longer break before continuing.