Linux · Utilities
Focus Timer
Work with regular breaks
by Kamil Prusko
Official site: flathub.org
About Focus Timer
A productivity timer that helps you work more effectively by breaking your time into focused work sessions followed by short breaks.
Work for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break to maintain concentration and prevent burnout.
Key features:
Customizable work session and break lengths
Screen overlay during breaks
System tray icon
Hotkeys (global shortcuts)
Daily, weekly, and monthly statistics
Extensible via custom shell commands, D-Bus, and CLI
GNOME Shell extension for deeper desktop integration
How to install Focus Timer
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub io.github.focustimerhq.FocusTimer
- Open Focus Timer once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Focus Timer free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Focus Timer is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Focus Timer from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub io.github.focustimerhq.FocusTimer. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Focus Timer safe?
Focus Timer downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
