The 25-minute Pomodoro
The Pomodoro technique was created by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s, named after his tomato-shaped kitchen timer. The method is simple: pick one task, work on it for 25 minutes without switching, take a 5-minute break, and after four rounds take a longer break of 15 to 30 minutes. Twenty-five minutes is short enough that starting feels easy and long enough to make real progress. Keep a scrap of paper nearby and note any distraction instead of acting on it.
What a 25 minute timer is good for
- one classic Pomodoro
- deep work on a single task
- a study sprint
25 minutes is 1,500 seconds, about 1.0 Pomodoro sessions. If you start now, it ends at the time shown in the tab title.
How to use it
Press Start or the space bar. The bar fills as time passes and a soft chime plays at zero. Keep the tab open; the timer keeps time even if your screen dims.
FAQ
What if I get interrupted during a Pomodoro?
If it can wait, write it down and carry on. If it cannot, stop the timer and start a fresh 25 minutes later; a Pomodoro is meant to be uninterrupted.
Does the 25 minute timer make a sound?
Yes, a soft three-note chime plays twice when the countdown reaches zero. Tap Start once first so your browser allows sound.
Can I change the time?
Tap the big numbers and type a new time, for example 7, 7:30 or 1:15:00.