Question 1

What is the Pomodoro Technique?

Accepted Answer

It's a time-management method: work in focused intervals (classically 25 minutes) separated by short 5-minute breaks, with a longer break after every 4 rounds. This timer automates that cycle so you just press Start and follow the rhythm.

Question 2

Does the timer keep accurate time in a background tab?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It anchors each phase to an absolute end time rather than counting interval ticks, so browser throttling on inactive tabs won't make it drift. The remaining time also shows in the tab title, so you can glance at it without switching back.

Question 3

Why didn't I get a desktop notification?

Accepted Answer

Desktop notifications need permission and a supported browser. Toggle them on and accept the prompt; if you previously blocked them you'll need to re-enable them in your browser's site settings. When notifications aren't available, the timer falls back to the sound chime and the tab-title countdown.

Question 4

Why is there no sound when a phase ends?

Accepted Answer

Browsers block audio until you interact with the page, so press Start at least once to let the timer initialise its audio. Also check that the 🔔 Sound toggle is on and your device isn't muted.

Question 5

Are my settings saved? Does anything leave my browser?

Accepted Answer

Your durations and toggles are stored in your browser's localStorage and restored when you come back. Nothing is uploaded — the page is a single static HTML file with no servers and no tracking.

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