One clock, shared
Work and break phases stay aligned for everyone in the room, so the finish line is something you can see together.
COPOMO
Start a timer. Invite a buddy. Stay on task.
Free co-op study rooms and a full Pomodoro toolkit: tasks, audio, streaks, and rewards.
- 1Create or Join
- 2Invite Friends
- 3Start Session
Task Checklist
No tasks yet
Add what you want to finish this session. You can pick it as your Focus after.
What's in the workspace
Built for deep work, alone or with a quiet buddy
Use the timer above anytime. Below is how COPOMO keeps focus simple: shared rhythm, light presence, and tools that stay out of the way.
Momentum you can feel
Sessions, streaks, and light XP turn finished blocks into a trail you can look back on, without turning focus into a game you have to win.
Tasks beside the timer
Keep the next action visible while the countdown runs. Checklist in the room, not buried in another tab.
Sound on your terms
Lofi, ambient layers, or your own Spotify embed. Use audio when it helps; mute it when it becomes another distraction.
Chat with friends during breaks
Keep the focus block quiet, then catch up when the break starts. Room chat is there when you want it, easy to ignore when you do not.
Even more with pro
Unlock custom themes, extra cosmetics, and ad-free reading on guides when you want the workspace to feel more like yours.
What is virtual body doubling?
Body doubling is the simple idea that many people start and stay on task more easily when someone else is also working nearby. The other person is not necessarily helping with your work: their presence is the point. Virtual body doubling moves that idea online: you share a quiet focus window without needing to perform on camera.
On COPOMO, the “double” is usually a synced countdown and light room presence. You agree to start a work block together, see the same remaining time, and take breaks on the same rhythm. Chat is optional. Voice and video are never required. That keeps the social pressure helpful rather than exhausting.
If you want a deeper walkthrough of norms, pitfalls, and partner selection, read Virtual body doubling explained and overcoming procrastination with body doubling.
Who COPOMO is for
Students use small rooms for exams, essays, and homework sprints when a solo timer feels too easy to abandon.
Remote workers and freelancers use private or friends-only rooms as a structured virtual office: especially for deep work that competes with Slack and open tabs.
People with ADHD or executive dysfunction often struggle most with starting. A visible shared clock and a short commitment (“one Pomodoro together”) can lower that activation energy. COPOMO is not a clinic, not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for professional care: it is a practical environment designed to stay low-stimulation.
Anyone who prefers quiet accountability over loud coworking streams. If large StudyStream rooms feel noisy and Focusmate-style video feels like too much, a synced Pomodoro in a tiny room is a middle path.
How a synced Pomodoro session works
- Create or join a room. Pick a short Focus Room for one session, or a Persistent Room if your group meets regularly.
- Set one clear goal. Optional chat helps: “finish slide deck outline” is better than “be productive.”
- Start the shared timer. Everyone sees the same work / break phases. Guests can follow the host clock or use a personal timer if they need a different cadence.
- Protect the break. Agree that the break ends when the room timer ends: that is what keeps the next block honest.
- Close with a one-line report. What moved forward? What is the first step next time? Then leave cleanly.
For a full playbook, see how to run a productive online study group and Pomodoro with friends online.
Free focus guides on the COPOMO Blog
Beyond the timer, we publish long-form how-tos on starting hard work, protecting attention, and designing study groups that do not derail. Start here:
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about COPOMO: readable even if you never start the timer.
What is virtual body doubling?
Virtual body doubling is working in the presence of someone else (even online) so starting and staying on task feels easier. On COPOMO, that presence is a shared Pomodoro clock and light room presence: not a mandatory Zoom call.
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique breaks work into focused intervals - traditionally 25 minutes - separated by short breaks. COPOMO can sync that cycle across everyone in a room so your group starts, pauses, and rests together.
How do I create a study room?
Click “Create Room,” pick Focus Room or Persistent Room, set chat and privacy, then share the room code or invite link. When you hit Start, the Pomodoro timer runs for everyone in the room at once.
Can I use COPOMO by myself?
Yes. The home dashboard includes a full solo timer, task checklist, and Audio Center. You can focus alone anytime - and invite friends into a room when you want accountability.
What is COPOMO?
COPOMO is a focus workspace for solo Pomodoro sessions and small co-op study rooms. Create or join rooms where the timer is synced for everyone - whether you are studying with friends or working remotely.
Is COPOMO ADHD-friendly?
Many people with ADHD find visual timers, checklists, and gentle external accountability helpful for starting. COPOMO is not medical treatment and is not a diagnosis tool: it is a practical focus environment designed to stay calm and low-stimulation.
Do I need to use a camera or microphone?
No. There is no video or audio required. You get social presence through synced timers and optional lightweight chat, without Zoom fatigue.
Is it free to use?
Yes. Solo timers, multiplayer study rooms, and basic task management are free. COPOMO Pro ($2.99/mo, CAD) unlocks Task Organizer, advanced analytics, persistent rooms, lounge presets, and an ad-free experience.
Can I use COPOMO for remote work, or is it just for students?
Both. Students use it as a co-op study space; remote professionals, writers, and developers use private rooms as a structured virtual office for deep work.
Can I listen to music while I focus?
Yes. The Audio Center includes curated Lofi Radio, ambient sound layers, and Spotify playlist embeds you can run alongside your session.
How is COPOMO different from Focusmate or StudyStream?
COPOMO sits between a solo timer and heavy video body-doubling: more social than a solo clock, less intrusive than Focusmate (no video required), and more private than large public streams. Built for intimate, synced sessions.
Do I need to create an account to start?
No. You can start anonymously right away. A free account saves streaks, focus history, and settings across devices.
What happens if the room host leaves a persistent room?
Persistent study groups keep a fixed owner for kicks and settings. If the owner is offline, another online member can temporarily control the shared timer until the owner returns.
Where can I learn more about focus strategies?
Browse the COPOMO Blog for practical guides on body doubling, ADHD-friendly routines, attention residue, and running online study groups: written for real sessions, not generic productivity fluff.