Email [email protected] and you'll hear back from the developer, usually within a day or two. It helps to mention your iPhone or iPad model, its iOS version and the app version, which you'll find at the bottom of Settings in the app.
Write to supportTimer and breaks
How do I change the focus and break lengths?
Open Settings in the app. Under Timer, choose the length of Focus (10 to 90 minutes), Short Break (1 to 15 minutes) and Long Break (10 to 40 minutes). Changes apply to the next session.
When does the long break come?
After every 3 focus sessions. The breaks in between are short breaks.
How do I focus without breaks?
Before you start, switch from Pomodoro to No breaks at the top of the focus screen. The timer then runs as an open-ended stopwatch until you stop it.
How do I end a session early?
Tap the stop button and choose End Session. Sessions shorter than 2 minutes aren't saved to your stats.
Notifications and the Lock Screen
I don't get a notification when a focus ends.
Open the iPhone Settings app, go to Notifications › Focus Timer and turn on Allow Notifications. If you use a Focus such as Do Not Disturb, add Focus Timer to the apps allowed in it.
The timer isn't on my Lock Screen.
Open the Settings app, go to Apps › Focus Timer and turn on Live Activities, then start a new session. Our Lock Screen timer guide has more tips.
Sounds
No sound plays.
Tap the speaker button on the focus screen and pick a sound, then start the timer: sounds play only while it runs. Check the volume too. The sounds play even with the ring switch set to silent.
Can I listen to my own music at the same time?
Yes. The ambient sounds mix with other audio, so your music keeps playing.
Stats and categories
A session is missing from my stats.
Sessions shorter than 2 minutes aren't saved. A session from your other device can take a moment to arrive through iCloud.
How do I add, edit or delete a category?
Tap the category under the timer to open the list. Add Category creates a new one with a name and an emoji. Touch and hold a category to edit or delete it.
How do I delete a session?
In Stats, touch and hold the session in the list and choose Delete.
Sync and data
How does iCloud sync work?
Sessions and categories sync automatically through your own iCloud account. Sign in with the same Apple Account on your iPhone and iPad and make sure iCloud is on.
Do I need an account?
No. There's nothing to sign up for.
What data does the app collect?
Usage statistics and crash reports that help fix bugs, without your name or email. The privacy policy has the details.
Everything else
Which devices are supported?
iPhone and iPad with iOS or iPadOS 26 or later.
Why is the app called Focus Timer on my Home Screen?
Focus Timer is its short name under the icon. On the App Store it's listed as Pomodoro Focus - Study Timer. It's the same app.
How can I suggest a feature?
Use Request a Feature or Send Feedback in the app's Settings, or email [email protected].