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# Progressive Pomodoro

> Free adaptive focus timer PWA based on the Progressive Pomodoro technique. Start with a 2-minute warm-up, rate each session, and build longer deep-work sessions over time. No ads, no accounts, works offline.

## Progressive Pomodoro

- [App](https://progpomo.pages.dev/): Free adaptive focus timer PWA. Open in any browser, no install.
- [Overview](https://progpomo.pages.dev/landing.html): What the Progressive Pomodoro technique is and how the timer works.
- [What is the technique](https://progpomo.pages.dev/progressive-pomodoro-technique.html): The full guide to the method and where it comes from.
- [Rating system](https://progpomo.pages.dev/progressive-pomodoro-rating-system.html): How Flow, Focused, Fine, and Distracted ratings change your next session.
- [Classic vs progressive](https://progpomo.pages.dev/progressive-pomodoro-vs-classic.html): How the two Pomodoro methods compare.
- [About](https://progpomo.pages.dev/about.html): About Muhammad Ibraheem, the developer, and the project.
- [Source code](https://github.com/Effectforward/Progressive-Pomodoro): Open source under GPLv3.

## Key facts

- The Progressive Pomodoro technique is a variation of the classic Pomodoro method where session lengths grow as your focus improves.
- Start with a 2-minute warm-up, then rate each session: Flow, Focused, Fine, or Distracted.
- Flow adds the most time and skips the break. Focused and Fine grow the session a little. Distracted shortens it, down to a 2-minute minimum.
- The technique was created by Mike Rapadas.
- ProgPomo is free, open source (GPLv3), and stores all data in the browser's local storage.

## FAQ

- What is the Progressive Pomodoro technique? A variation of the classic Pomodoro method where session lengths grow as your focus improves. You start short, rate each session, and the timer gradually builds toward longer deep-work sessions.
- How does the timer adapt? After each session you rate your focus. Flow and Focused increase the next session length, Fine grows it a little, and Distracted shortens it.
- Is it free? Yes. ProgPomo is free, open source under GPLv3, and has no accounts, ads, or sign-up.
- Does it work offline? Yes. Once loaded, it works offline and can be installed to your home screen.
- What are binaural beats? They play a slightly different frequency in each ear, and your brain perceives the difference as a beat. Headphones are required.