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25/5 Pomodoro Timer

The classic Pomodoro timer: 25 minutes of focused work, a 5-minute break, repeated for four rounds. It is the original rhythm Francesco Cirillo built the technique around in the late 1980s, timed with a tomato-shaped kitchen clock — short enough that starting feels easy, long enough to make real progress.

Press start and the timer runs all four pomodoros, announcing each switch from focus to break and back. After the fourth round, take a longer break of 15 to 30 minutes before the next set. Want longer sprints, more rounds, or a different break? Open the preset in the editor and make it yours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the 25/5 Pomodoro?
Just under two hours: four rounds of 25 minutes of focus with a 5-minute break between them. The timer ends on the fourth focus block — there is no break after the last round, because that is when you take the longer 15-to-30-minute break.
How many pomodoros should I do?
The classic set is four, then a longer break. This preset runs four rounds; add more in the editor if you have a longer session, or cut it down if you only have time for one or two.
What should I do on the breaks?
Step away from the work: stand up, stretch, look out a window, get water. The point is to let your attention recover, so keep screens and new tasks out of the five minutes.