# StudyBuddy: Pomodoro Timer — Focus Timer for Students

> Focus Timer for Students (iPhone/iPad app by Germano Lira.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybuddy-pomodoro-timer/id6504165094 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Germano Lira](https://appshunter.io/developer/1746241032)
- Category: Productivity, Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.2 · 38 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-11-13
- Data updated: 2026-07-08
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybuddy-pomodoro-timer/id6504165094/reviews.md

## What is StudyBuddy?

Stay focused and get more done with Studybuddy, the Pomodoro timer that actually respects your privacy. No accounts, no subscriptions, no cloud storage, just you, your goals, and a beautifully simple focus timer that works even when your phone is locked.

BUILT FOR REAL PRODUCTIVITY
Studybuddy is a distraction-free Pomodoro timer designed for students, professionals, and anyone who wants to stop procrastinating. Based on the proven time management technique, our focus timer helps you break work into focused intervals with strategic breaks to maintain peak concentration all day long.

WHAT MAKES STUDYBUDDY DIFFERENT
  • 100% PRIVATE & OFFLINE: All your data stays on your device. No sign-up, no email collection, no tracking. Your focus sessions belong to you alone.
  • NATIVE BACKGROUND TIMER: Unlike other study timers, Studybuddy keeps counting even when you close the app or lock your screen. Never lose a session again.
  • FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE: Adjust work sessions from 5 to 90 minutes, breaks from 1 to 30 minutes, and long breaks from 5 to 60 minutes. Create the perfect rhythm for your brain.
  • SMART PRESETS: Switch between multiple timer modes instantly, whether you need deep work sprints, relaxed study sessions, or quick pomodoros.
  • DETAILED ANALYTICS: Track your productivity with week, month, and year views. See total focus time, session counts, daily averages, and your personal trends. Visual calendar shows exactly when you crushed your goals.
  • ACTIVITY TIMELINE: Review your complete session history. See when you started, paused, completed, or skipped sessions. Understand your productivity patterns.
  • ACCESSIBLE FOR EVERYONE: Built with screen reader support, reduced motion options, and full VoiceOver compatibility. Focus tools should work for everyone.
  • AUTO-START BREAKS: Optional feature automatically starts your break timer so you actually take that well-deserved rest.
  • SKIP SESSION BUTTON: Life happens. Skip a session without breaking your streak or losing your place.
  • DARK & LIGHT MODES: Choose your preference or follow your system settings. Clean, minimal design that won't distract you.
WHO IS IT FOR?
  • Students preparing for exams and writing papers
  • Remote workers managing focused work blocks
  • Writers, designers, and creatives needing deep work sessions
  • People with ADHD who need structured focus time
  • Anyone tired of apps that demand your personal data

WHY FREE?
Studybuddy is completely free because focus shouldn't cost money. We don't sell your data (we don't even collect it). We just want to help you build better habits.

PRIVACY BY DESIGN
We believe privacy is a right, not a premium feature. Studybuddy stores everything locally on your device using encrypted SQLite database. No cloud sync, no accounts, no data mining. Delete the app, and your data goes with it—true digital minimalism.

Download Studybuddy today and discover why thousands of students and professionals are finally beating procrastination with a timer that just works, privately, reliably, and beautifully.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.0 — 2026-03-29

What's New in This Version (2.2.0):
- Phase 1 accessibility improvements for better screen reader support
- New skip session button in timer
- Firebase Crashlytics integration for improved stability
- Notification permission improvements
- Background mode enhancements for iOS and Android
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2.1.14 — 2026-02-17

Version 2.1.4 brings significant improvements to StudyBuddy:

- Pomodoro Timer System
- New pomodoro modes: Default, Deep Work, and Short Sprint
- Live activity support for iOS lock screen
- Bottom-sheet timer UI with drag-to-dismiss
- Enhanced UI/UX
- Complete theme system refactor with centralized colors
- Improved timer sheet with better layout hierarchy
- SafeAreaView fixes to prevent status bar overlap
- Insights screen with clean 2x2 stat cards layout
- Localization Improvements
- Complete translations for Portuguese (PT & PT-BR)
- Added Spanish, French, Russian, Japanese, Korean, and Hindi translations
- Improved mode names for better user experience

### 2.1.13 — 2025-07-14

• Instant start – no sign-up, no onboarding, just tap and focus.
• Proven Pomodoro Technique – 25-minute focus blocks plus short breaks proven to boost concentration and prevent burnout.
• Smart Notifications – gentle, on-time reminders on iOS 17 so you stay on track without spam.
• Lightweight & Battery-Friendly – under 15 MB, runs smoothly even on older iPhones.
• 100 % Privacy – no tracking, no ads, no data sharing.
Focus Mode That Adapts to You
Customize session length (15–60 min), short break, long break and daily goal. Switch between light & dark themes that match your mood or wallpaper. Auto-pause when you leave the app and one-tap resume when you’re back.
Simple Progress Tracking
Visual dashboards show:
• Total focused minutes today & this week
• Completed sessions & longest streak
• Daily, weekly and monthly trends
Export any report to Notes, Mail or PDF in one tap.
Designed for Real Life
• Siri Shortcuts – “Start Focus Session” hands-free.
• Live Activities & Dynamic Island – see remaining time at a glance.
• Home-Screen & Lock-Screen widgets – start a session without opening the app.
• Apple Watch companion – tap your wrist to start, pause or skip breaks.
What’s New in 2.1.13
• Full Portuguese (Brazil) translation – every menu, tip and notification now in your language.
• Fixed rare timer-sync bug that could pause sessions early.
• Smarter iOS 17 notifications – fewer pings, more focus.
Join 100 000+ focused users
Download Studybuddy now and reclaim your time—one Pomodoro at a time.
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### 2.1.2 — 2025-03-18

What’s new in this version?

We fixed a timer synchronization bug.
We improved notification synchronization.

### 2.1.1 — 2025-03-04

What’s New in This Version

We’ve made Studybuddy even better
• Improved design for a cleaner and more intuitive experience
• Bug fixes to enhance stability and performance

Update now and stay focused with Studybuddy

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