1. Choose a Project and Category
Select where your session belongs before you start so your History and Reports stay meaningful.
Less chaos. More control.
Instructions
FlowQuota helps you structure focused work, track how your time is used, and build a clearer picture of your working patterns. This page gives you the fastest way to get started and explains how the main areas of the product work.
Start here
New to FlowQuota? These are the core steps.
2. Pick your timer mode
Use a standard timer for one focus block or Pomodoro mode for a guided sequence of work and breaks.
3. Start your session
Work until the timer ends, or pause if you need to step away temporarily.
4. Review your data later
Completed sessions appear in History and contribute to your Reports.
Getting started
The quickest way to begin using FlowQuota.
At a glance
- Create or select a Project
- Choose a Category
- Pick a timer duration
- Start your session
- Review your activity later in History and Reports
Every session is linked to a Project and Category so your records stay useful over time. If you are new, keep it simple: choose a project, pick a duration, and start.
Tip: Start with a shorter session such as 25 or 30 minutes if you want an easier way into focused work.
Standard timer
Best for one focused work session.
At a glance
- Choose a quick duration or custom time
- Start the timer
- Pause if needed
- Complete or extend when time ends
Standard timer mode is the simplest way to use FlowQuota. It is ideal when you want a single uninterrupted focus block without break automation.
Use this when you want flexibility and do not need a full Pomodoro cycle.
Pomodoro mode
Best for guided focus using a structured rhythm of work and breaks.
At a glance
- Runs a sequence of work and break periods
- Helps maintain momentum during longer work periods
- Gives you more structure than a single timer
Pomodoro mode is designed for people who want more built-in pacing. Instead of one standalone session, it guides you through repeated work and break stages to help sustain concentration over a longer period.
Tip: Use Pomodoro mode when you want FlowQuota to manage the rhythm for you.
Auto-start repeat cycle
Keeps Pomodoro moving automatically between stages.
At a glance
- Works with Pomodoro mode
- Automatically starts the next work or break stage
- Reduces clicks and helps preserve momentum
When enabled, auto-start repeat cycle moves you into the next stage of the Pomodoro sequence without needing manual input each time. This creates a smoother, lower-friction experience.
Turn this on when you want the most hands-off Pomodoro flow.
Pause / Resume
Use this when you need to temporarily stop the clock.
At a glance
- Pause stops the current timer
- Resume continues the same session
- Useful for interruptions or short breaks
Pause is there for real-life interruptions. It lets you temporarily stop a session without ending it completely, then continue when you are ready.
Tip: If you are stepping away for a longer period, it is usually cleaner to end the session and start a fresh one later.
Extending a session
Adds extra time when you need a little longer.
At a glance
- Available when a timer reaches the end
- Useful if you are close to finishing
- Helps capture real working time more accurately
If your timer ends but you are still in flow, extending lets you continue without starting over. This is useful when you only need a little extra time to complete the task properly.
Use extending for genuine overflow, not as a replacement for choosing the right duration upfront.
History
Your record of past sessions.
At a glance
- View completed session records
- See when you worked and for how long
- Review Projects, Categories, notes, and outcomes
- Use filters to narrow what you are looking at
History gives you a session-by-session view of your activity. Use it when you want to check what you worked on, review timing, or look back at recent focus patterns in more detail.
Tip: Think of History as the detailed logbook of your work.
Reports
Your higher-level view of time, patterns, and productivity.
At a glance
- See totals and trends across time
- Understand how your work is distributed
- Review patterns rather than individual session detail
- Use reporting views to spot working habits more clearly
Reports turn your session data into a broader picture of how you work. Where History shows individual records, Reports help you understand patterns, trends, and where your time is really going.
Tip: Use Reports when you want insight. Use History when you want detail.
Settings
Where you manage your account and personal setup.
At a glance
- Update personal details
- Change your password
- Manage active Projects
- Manage active Categories
- Adjust product preferences as new options become available
Settings gives you control over your FlowQuota account and working setup. Use it to keep your account details current and maintain the Projects and Categories you actively use, without losing the value of your historical records.
Archived Projects or Categories stop cluttering current selection lists while preserving older session history.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to use Pomodoro mode?
No. Standard timer mode is the simplest option and works well for most sessions. Pomodoro mode is there when you want more structure.
What is the difference between History and Reports?
History shows individual session records. Reports show broader patterns, totals, and trends across many sessions.
Can I pause a session and come back to it?
Yes. Pause temporarily stops the timer, and Resume continues the same session.
What should I do if the timer ends but I am not finished?
Use Extend if you only need a little longer. If the work still has a long way to go, it is often better to start a fresh session.
Why do Projects and Categories matter?
They help organise your sessions so your History and Reports remain clear and useful over time.
What is Settings for?
Settings is where you manage your account details, password, and active Projects and Categories.
Troubleshooting
The timer ended but I did not hear a sound
Check your device volume and confirm your alert settings if available in your current version.
I cannot see the session I just completed
Refresh the page and then check History again. If the issue continues, sign out and back in.
My Reports look empty or incomplete
Make sure you have completed sessions recorded in the selected period. Reports depend on session data being available for that timeframe.
I am not sure which timer mode to use
Start with the standard timer. Move to Pomodoro mode when you want a more guided focus rhythm with built-in break structure.
My Project or Category list feels cluttered
Use Settings to manage active Projects and Categories while preserving historical session data.