Pomodoro Timer Tutorial
Detailed guide, best practices, and FAQ
Use Cases
The Pomodoro Timer is useful for focused work, exam prep, writing, coding, and any scenario requiring deep focus. The classic 25 min focus + 5 min break rhythm helps you maintain high output while avoiding fatigue.
Features
- Classic rhythm: 25 min focus + 5 min short break + 15 min long break
- Custom durations: adjustable 1-120 minutes to fit your pace
- Browser notifications: auto-alert on completion, no need to watch the page
- Daily stats: tracks pomodoro count and total focus minutes today
- Local storage: data saved in browser, persists across refreshes, resets daily
Examples
Example 1: Scenario 1: Code for 25 min, break 5 min to look far away; after 4 pomodoros, take a 15 min long break.
Example 2: Scenario 2: For exam prep, set 50 min focus + 10 min break using custom durations.
Example 3: Scenario 3: Turn on the timer while writing, get notified on completion, and track today's total focus time.
Best Practices
- Mute phone notifications during focus; stay away from social media
- Stand up and look far away during breaks; avoid phone scrolling
- Take a long break after every 4 pomodoros (~2 hours)
- Don't switch tasks during a focus session — one pomodoro, one task
FAQ
Why no sound alerts?
The current version only uses browser system notifications. Sound requires user interaction first and may disturb others, so it is off by default.
Can others see my stats?
No. All data is stored locally in your browser (localStorage) and never uploaded. Clearing browser data resets the stats.
Why am I not getting notifications?
You need to grant notification permission. First click on "Start" will request it. If previously denied, re-grant from the left of the browser address bar.