Why use FocusTimer?
- 100% free, no signup. Open the page and use the tool — no account, no email, no paywall.
- Private by design. Everything runs in your browser. Your inputs never leave your device.
- Fast on any device. Lightweight pages that load instantly on mobile and desktop.
Guides & how-tos
Practical guides about pomodoro timers — written to actually help, not to waste your time.
How to Actually Focus: 7 Habits That Beat Willpower
Focus is mostly environment design, not discipline. These seven habits remove the friction that breaks concentration far more reliably than "trying...
What Is the Pomodoro Technique? (And Why 25 Minutes Works)
The Pomodoro Technique is disarmingly simple: work for 25 minutes, rest for 5, repeat. After four rounds, take a longer break of 15–30 minutes. Tha...
Frequently asked questions
What is the Pomodoro technique?
A time-management method: work in focused 25-minute intervals separated by short breaks. It fights procrastination and mental fatigue.
Can I change the durations?
Use the preset buttons (25/5, 50/10, or custom via the minute input) to match your workflow.
Will it ring when the tab is in the background?
Yes — the timer keeps running and plays a beep sound when the session ends. Keep the tab open for the sound.