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Pomodoro Timer & Stopwatch

An adjustable pomodoro timer (focus/break), a stopwatch, a countdown timer, and an alarm clock — all in one page. Sound alerts, a progress ring, and remaining time shown in the tab title — no installation, completely free.

Quick answerThe Pomodoro Technique alternates 25 minutes of uninterrupted focus with a 5-minute short break; after every 4 rounds, a 15-minute long break follows. This free tool bundles the pomodoro timer, stopwatch, countdown timer, and alarm clock on one page, with sound alerts and no installation required.
Pomodoro 25/5/15 4 tools in one page Sound: WebAudio Updated: Jul 19, 2026
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This set: 0 / 4 rounds · Completed today: 0
⚙️ Settings — durations, auto-start, sound & notifications
Auto-cycleStart the next phase automatically
Sound alertsWebAudio beep when time's up
Browser notificationsAlert while on another tab
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Millisecond-precision stopwatch · lap support
No laps yet. Tap “Lap” while the stopwatch is running to record a split.
Quick duration
25:00
Ready
Quick pick
Enter a time and press Set. A Web Audio sound plays when the alarm goes off.
🎧 Focus sound
25 minFocus time
5 minShort break
15 minLong break
4 roundsUntil long break
⚙️ Usage note: All sound is generated entirely by the browser's WebAudio engine; no external mp3 or CDN is used. Because of browser autoplay rules, sound activates the first time you press a button. Notification permission is optional; the timer and its sound still work if you decline. Your pomodoro settings are saved only on this device (localStorage). This tool is for informational and productivity purposes.
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What is the Pomodoro Technique, and how do you apply it?

A full explanation of the pomodoro method, the 25/5 rule, and how the online stopwatch and countdown timer work.

The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that splits work into uninterrupted 25-minute focus blocks (each one called a "pomodoro"), followed by a short break after each block. It was developed in the late 1980s by Francesco Cirillo, who used a tomato-shaped kitchen timer — hence the name, from the Italian word for "tomato." The goal is to reduce procrastination and distraction by breaking large, overwhelming tasks into small, measurable chunks.

How many minutes should a pomodoro be? (the 25/5 rule)

Quick answerThe classic pomodoro is 25 minutes of focus + 5 minutes of break, known as the "25/5 rule." After every 4 pomodoros, a 15-30 minute long break follows. The duration isn't fixed: deep-work sessions may prefer 50/10 or 90/20, while shorter attention spans may prefer 15/3. This tool lets you customize the focus, short break, and long break durations down to the minute.
  • Focus (25 min) — an uninterrupted block spent on a single task; silence your phone and notifications.
  • Short break (5 min) — stand up, drink water, rest your eyes; step away from the screen.
  • Long break (15-30 min) — a longer break after 4 rounds that refreshes your mind.
  • Round/session counter — see how many pomodoros you've completed; a small but real motivation boost.

How do the online stopwatch and countdown timer work?

Quick answerThe stopwatch counts up from zero and records split times with the Lap button, automatically marking the fastest and slowest lap. The countdown timer counts down from a duration you enter and plays a sound alarm when it reaches zero. Both run in the browser with millisecond precision; remaining/elapsed time is shown on the progress ring and in the tab title.

Use the stopwatch to time workouts, presentation rehearsals, or game rounds; use the countdown timer for cooking, study sessions, breaks, or short meetings. Quick chips for 1, 3, 5, 10, and 25 minutes start the timer with a single tap.

How do you set a sound alarm while working?

Quick answerFor an alert after a set duration, enter the time on the Countdown tab; for an alert at a specific time of day, enter the target time (e.g. 3:30 PM) on the Alarm Clock tab and press Set. The sound is generated entirely with WebAudio — no external file, app, or internet connection needed. You can also enable browser notifications for a desktop alert while on another tab; the sound still plays even without that permission.

Popular pomodoro presets (2026)

Commonly used focus/break ratios for different working styles. Find your own rhythm — tap any preset below to configure the timer with a single click.

Focus/break presets — who they suit
PresetFocusShort breakBest for
Classic 25/525 min5 minGeneral purpose, beginners
Short 15/315 min3 minShort attention span, tedious tasks
Balanced 52/1752 min17 minExam prep & writing
Deep 50/1050 min10 minCoding, design, analysis
Long block 90/2090 min20 minDeep dive into a single topic

Longer focus blocks can produce deeper flow, but sustaining 90 minutes without a break is hard — pick the shortest interval that works well for you.

Popular settings

Task list & focus statistics

Add the tasks you plan to work on, give each one an estimated pomodoro (🍅) count, and watch your progress as you focus. Mark a task active and each completed focus round is logged to it automatically. No account needed; everything is stored only on this device (localStorage).

📊 Focus statistics
0Pomodoros today
0 minFocus time today
0Pomodoros in 7 days
0 minFocus time in 7 days
0 🔥Daily streak
Last 7 days — completed pomodoros

Timer terminology glossary

Short definitions of the core terms used in pomodoro and time-tracking tools.

PomodoroAn uninterrupted 25-minute block of focused work on a single task; the basic unit of the technique.
Focus timeThe time devoted to uninterrupted work. 25 min in the classic version; 50-90 min for deep work.
Short breakA brief rest after each focus round (usually 5 minutes).
Long breakA longer 15-30 minute rest taken after a set number of rounds (usually 4).
Round / setThe number of focus rounds completed before a long break. One set = 4 pomodoros + a long break.
StopwatchA timer that counts up from zero, measuring elapsed time.
LapA split time recorded on a stopwatch, used to compare segment times.
CountdownA timer that counts down from an entered duration and alerts you when it reaches zero.
Alarm clockAn alert set to go off at a specific time of day (e.g. 7:00 AM).
WebAudioThe browser API that generates sound instantly, without an external audio file.
25/5 ruleThe 25-min focus / 5-min break ratio; the most common application of the Pomodoro Technique.
Deep workA state of high-intensity focus, free of distractions.

In-depth guides

Detailed answers to the most common pomodoro and time-management questions.

What should you do (and avoid) during pomodoro breaks?

During a short break, the goal is to rest your mind: stand up, stretch, drink water, look out a window, or take a short walk. Stepping away from the screen matters especially — scrolling social media during a break prevents your brain from resting and makes it harder to transition into the next focus round.

During a long break (after 4 rounds), grab a snack, take a real pause, or go for a short walk. Try not to fill it with work-related thoughts. If "Auto-cycle" is on, the next phase starts automatically when the break ends; turn it off to start each phase manually.

Pomodoro doesn't seem to be working for me — what should I do?

If 25 minutes feels too short, you may be someone who slips easily into flow; try extending focus time to 50 or even 90 minutes (50/10 or 90/20). Conversely, if even 25 minutes feels long, start with 15/3 and increase it over time.

If you're frequently interrupted, jot down what pulled your attention each time and review it during your break; silence notifications while focusing. Tracking how many pomodoros you complete (which this tool does for you) boosts both motivation and realistic planning.

Does the timer and alarm keep working while the tab is in the background?

Because the timer is calculated against the actual clock, it stays accurate even while the tab sits in the background; the remaining time updates instantly when you switch back. We also show the remaining time in the tab title, so you can check it at a glance from another tab.

Some browsers may restrict sound playback in background tabs; for the most reliable alert, we recommend turning on browser notifications. If you don't grant permission, the sound still plays once the page is back in the foreground. Sound and notifications run entirely on your device — no data is sent to a server.

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Embed the pomodoro timer on your own website for free. Copy the code below into your HTML — the tool runs in a simplified view and links back to this page as its source.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that splits work into uninterrupted 25-minute focus blocks, followed by a 5-minute short break after each block. After four focus blocks, a 15-30 minute long break follows. It was developed in the 1980s by Francesco Cirillo using a kitchen timer. The goal is to reduce procrastination and distraction by breaking work into small pieces.
How many minutes should a pomodoro be?
The classic pomodoro is 25 min focus + 5 min break, with a 15-minute long break after every 4 rounds. The duration can vary by person: deep work may prefer 50/10 or 90/20, and short attention spans may prefer 15/3. What matters is that focus time stays uninterrupted. This tool lets you customize the durations down to the minute.
How do I use an online stopwatch?
Switch to the Stopwatch tab and press Start; the timer counts up with millisecond precision. Use Lap to record split times, and we mark the fastest and slowest lap automatically. Stop pauses it, the same button resumes, and Reset starts over. No installation, account, or internet connection required.
How does a countdown timer work?
On the Countdown tab, enter hours, minutes, and seconds and press Start; the timer counts down to zero and plays a WebAudio alarm when time's up. Quick chips for 1/3/5/10/25 minutes let you start with a single tap. Remaining time appears on the progress ring and in the tab title.
How do I set a sound alarm while working?
Use the Countdown tab for an alert after a set duration, or the Alarm Clock tab for an alert at a specific time of day. The sound is generated entirely by the browser's WebAudio engine; no external mp3 file or internet connection is needed. You can also turn on browser notifications for an alert while on another tab; the sound still plays without that permission.
What is the 25/5 rule?
The 25/5 rule is the most common application of the Pomodoro Technique: focus without interruption for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break. This cycle counts as one "pomodoro," and after 4 pomodoros a 15-minute long break follows. 25 minutes is a practical length most people can sustain without fatigue; it isn't fixed — you can find your own ideal ratio.
Does this tool work offline and without getting in the way with ads?
All of the timer's logic and sound run inside the browser; once the page has loaded, the pomodoro, stopwatch, countdown, and alarm keep working without an internet connection. The sound is generated instantly with WebAudio. Your settings are saved on your device (localStorage). This tool is free; the site may show ads to cover its costs, but using the tool itself never requires payment.
How do I use the pomodoro task list?
Add the tasks you plan to work on in the Tasks section, and give each one an estimated pomodoro (🍅) count. When you mark a task active, every focus round you complete (or skip) is automatically logged against it, so you can compare your estimate with what you actually spent. No login required; your tasks are stored only on this device (localStorage). You can mark tasks complete or delete them.
Where can I see my focus statistics?
The stat card below the task list shows how many pomodoros you completed today and over the last 7 days, your total focus time, and a mini chart of the daily breakdown. Every completed focus round is recorded with its date. All data stays only in your device's localStorage; reset it anytime with Clear history.
What is white or brown noise (focus sound), and how do I turn it on?
White, pink, and brown noise are steady background sounds that help you focus by masking distracting ambient noise. Turn one on from a Focus sound chip below the timer, and stop it with Off. The sound is generated instantly with WebAudio rather than played from an mp3 file, so it works offline and doesn't add to page size. Adjust the volume from the slider in the settings panel.
How do the keyboard shortcuts and fullscreen mode work?
When focus isn't on a text field, Space starts/pauses the active tab's timer, R resets it, S skips the current pomodoro phase, and F toggles fullscreen focus mode. You can also enter fullscreen with the ⛶ button in the top-right, and switch dark/light theme manually with the floating 🌙/☀️ button; your preference is remembered on this device.
Can I pop the timer out into a floating mini window (Picture-in-Picture)?
Yes — press the ⧉ button next to the fullscreen icon, or the Mini timer button below the controls, to open a small floating Picture-in-Picture window with the remaining time and phase. It stays on top of other windows and apps while you work in another tab or program, so you can keep an eye on the countdown without switching back. It uses your browser's built-in Picture-in-Picture support (no plugin needed); if your browser doesn't support it, the button is simply hidden and the regular in-page timer works as usual.
What is the daily streak counter?
The daily streak tile in the focus statistics card counts how many days in a row you've completed at least one pomodoro, ending today (or yesterday, if today's first round isn't done yet). Miss a full day with zero completed rounds and the streak resets to zero. It's calculated from the same pomodoro history stored in your device's localStorage as the rest of your stats — nothing is sent to a server.

Methodology & sources

ToolPico's Pomodoro Timer is an independent, free productivity timer. All timers are calculated against the browser's high-resolution clock (the actual time), so a phase ending is computed from a target timestamp — accuracy is preserved even while the tab sits in the background. Alert sounds are oscillator tones generated directly with the Web Audio API rather than played from an external file, so the tool also works offline and preserves privacy. Pomodoro settings are saved only in your device's localStorage.

Sources: Francesco Cirillo's definition of the Pomodoro Technique (the 25/5 cycle, with a long break after 4 rounds) · common focus/break variations (50/10, 90/20, 52/17) · the browser's Web Audio and Notification API documentation. Last updated: July 19, 2026. Content is for informational and productivity purposes only and does not constitute medical, psychological, or professional advice.

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