What is Pomodoro Timer & Stopwatch?
Two time-keeping tools in one page. The Pomodoro timer runs the focus-and-break cycle popularised by Francesco Cirillo: a stretch of concentrated work, a short break, and a longer break after a set number of sessions. Every duration is adjustable, the timer rolls automatically into the next phase, and a chime marks each changeover. The stopwatch counts up to the hundredth of a second and records laps with individual splits.
How to Use
Set your focus length, break lengths, and how many sessions come before a long break.
Press Start - the timer counts down, chimes, and moves into the break by itself.
Switch to the Stopwatch tab when you need to time something open-ended, and press Lap to record splits.
Why Use This Tool?
Most online timers bury the controls under ads or ask you to make an account before you can change 25 minutes to 45. This one loads instantly, keeps every setting in front of you, and works offline once the page is open. Timing is based on the clock rather than counting ticks, so the countdown stays accurate even when your browser throttles a background tab.
FAQ
It is a time management method built on short, protected bursts of work. You focus for 25 minutes, take a 5 minute break, and after four such sessions take a longer break of 15 to 30 minutes. The fixed interval makes starting easier and the breaks keep concentration from degrading.
Yes. Focus, short break, long break, and the number of sessions before a long break are all editable. Many people prefer 50/10 for deep work. Changes apply straight away when the timer is paused, and from the next phase while it is running.
Yes. It tracks elapsed time against the system clock rather than counting intervals, so background throttling does not slow it down. The page does need to stay open - closing the tab ends the session.
A short chime plays at the end of each phase, generated in the browser. Some browsers block audio until you have interacted with the page, so the sound starts working once you press Start.
It displays hundredths of a second and measures against the system clock, which is accurate enough for workouts, cooking, and study sessions. It is not a substitute for certified timing equipment in competition.