Break Timer — Time a Pause Between Tasks

Set aside five minutes away from the current task, or choose a longer pause. Check the completion sound before stepping away and leave yourself a note about what comes next.

Pomodoro.in at a glance

Pomodoro.in is a free online Pomodoro timer with customizable work and break intervals, local tasks, focus history, wallpapers and focus audio. No account is required.

Customizable focus and break intervals
Local task management with categories and priorities
Local focus history and analytics dashboard
XP, ranks and distraction logging
Wallpapers and glass appearance controls
Bundled lo-fi, ambient and zen audio

Tasks, settings and focus history are stored on your device. Usage analytics are enabled by default and can be disabled in Settings. There is no automatic cloud sync; clearing browser storage can remove local records. Read the privacy details.

The loaded timer and local records can work without a connection. Reloading the website, visiting uncached pages or loading audio and images may require internet access. The website does not guarantee offline reloads.

Choose another tool if you need automatic cross-device sync or app blocking. Compare timer workflows and limitations.

Start a Five-Minute Pause

This page sets the main countdown to five minutes. Choose Start Focus to run it; the control keeps that label even when you use the countdown for rest. Short Break is also set to five minutes and Long Break to 15 minutes.

Before leaving the desk, check the completion sound and volume. You can pause or reset the countdown, or change its length in Preferences. This timer does not monitor whether you are resting or automatically lock your screen.

Decide How You Will Return to the Task

Choose a pause that fits your circumstances: refill your water, look away from the current task or simply sit without continuing it. You do not need to turn the break into another checklist.

Leave a brief restart note if the work is unfinished. Use a 15-minute countdown for a longer pause, or return to the 25/5 preset when you want a work-and-break cycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which button starts the break countdown?

Choose Start Focus to run the five-minute main countdown. You can also select Short Break or Long Break; the default break lengths on this page are five and 15 minutes.

Can I make the break longer?

Yes. Change the selected duration in Preferences or open a dedicated duration page. Pause or reset when your plans change.

Will it remind me to take breaks throughout the day?

It times the session you start. Review the rounds and auto-start settings for a repeating work-and-break routine; it is not a separate calendar reminder service.