ZoomiesYour pet runs around the screen while the timer runs
Sounds
Desktop alertsPops up even when this tab is hidden
Larger text
Focus for a while, rest a little, repeat. Your pet keeps you company.
- Pick a friendTap a dog or a cat in the Pet tab. Type a name and it appears on the collar tag.
- Say what you’re doingWrite one small task in the box, like “Read chapter 3” or “Answer emails”. This is optional.
- Press StartWork until the timer reaches zero. Your pet stays with you and sometimes runs around the screen for fun.
- Take your breakWhen time is up, your pet barks or meows and a message appears. Press “Start short break”, stretch, drink some water, and play fetch in the yard.
For kids
- Try 15 minutes of focus for homework. Use the minus button in Settings.
- Every finished round earns your pet a treat. Give it in the play yard!
- Throw a ball for your dog, or pull out the yarn or laser for your cat.
- Tap your pet any time. It loves pets!
For grown-ups
- Turn on desktop alerts so you hear about breaks even in another tab.
- Press Space to start or pause, R to start over and S to skip.
- Download today’s log as a spreadsheet file.
For seniors
- Turn on “Larger text” in Settings to make everything bigger.
- The message when time is up stays on screen until you press a button, so you won’t miss it.
- Prefer a calm screen? Turn off “Zoomies”.
Questions
Do I need an account?
No. Just open the page and press Start. It’s free.
Where are my settings saved?
Only in this web browser on this device. Nothing is sent to a server. If you clear your browser data, your pet and history reset.
I didn’t get a pop-up when time was up
Keep this tab open. To get alerts in other tabs or apps, switch on “Desktop alerts” and press Allow when your browser asks.
The sound didn’t play
Browsers only play sound after you’ve clicked something on the page. Press Start once and sounds will work. Also check that “Sounds” is switched on.