# Foci – Your Focus System: Timer, Tasks, Goals & Ambient Music > Foci is a free all-in-one focus system built with Next.js, React, and Tailwind CSS. It combines a Pomodoro timer, task tracking, daily goals, streak stats, built-in ambient music, and motivational quotes into one distraction-free workspace. No sign-up required — works instantly in any modern browser. ## What is Foci? Foci is more than a Pomodoro timer. It’s a complete focus system designed for students, developers, writers, and anyone who wants to get more done. Timer. Tasks. Goals. Streaks. Ambient music to stay in the zone — everything you need to focus, in one window. Foci is completely free and requires no account to get started. ## Key Features - **Focus Timer**: A visual SVG-based circular countdown timer with smooth animations for work and break sessions. - **Customizable Durations**: Set your own work duration (default 25 min), break duration (default 5 min), and inactivity threshold. - **Task Tracking**: Create, start, complete, and delete tasks. Organize into projects with subtasks. Track sessions and total time spent per task automatically. - **Daily Goals & Streaks**: Set a daily session goal and track your streak of consecutive productive days. - **Ambient Music**: Built-in ambient sound generator (rain, café, white noise, brown noise) using Web Audio API — works offline. Plus optional lo-fi radio via YouTube embeds. - **Brown Noise for Focus**: Deep, warm ambient sound ideal for studying, deep work, and ADHD focus support — generated locally, works offline. - **Auto-Start**: Optionally auto-start the next work session when a break ends. - **Browser Notifications**: Get notified when a work session or break completes. - **Motivational Quotes**: Rotating inspirational quotes displayed during sessions to keep you motivated. - **Dark Mode**: Full light and dark theme support based on system preference. - **Cloud Sync**: Optionally sign up to sync settings, tasks, and progress across devices via Supabase. - **Installable PWA**: Install Foci on your device and use it offline. - **Data Privacy**: All data is stored locally by default. No tracking, no ads. - **Task Import & Export**: Import tasks from Google Tasks (JSON), Todoist (CSV), Asana (CSV), Notion (CSV), or any CSV file. Export your tasks as JSON or CSV for backup or migration. - **Smart Filters**: Filter tasks by Today (due today or overdue) or This Week (due within the current week) for quick prioritization. ## How to Use Foci 1. Visit https://usefoci.com and click "Try without account" or sign up for free. 2. Add tasks and organize them into projects. 3. Open Settings to configure work duration, break duration, and daily session goal. 4. Select a task, turn on ambient music if you like, and press Start. 5. When the timer ends, take a break. Foci handles the transition automatically. 6. Hit your daily goal and build your streak. Track progress with stats and charts. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What is Foci?** A: Foci is a free all-in-one focus system that combines a Pomodoro timer, task tracking, daily goals, streak stats, and built-in ambient music — everything you need to stay productive, in one window. **Q: Do I need an account?** A: No. You can use Foci immediately without signing up. Create an account only if you want to sync data across devices. **Q: Does Foci have background music?** A: Yes. Foci includes built-in ambient sounds (rain, café, white noise, brown noise) that work offline via Web Audio API, plus optional lo-fi YouTube radio streams — perfect for getting in the zone. **Q: What is the Pomodoro technique?** A: The Pomodoro technique is a time management method that alternates focused work intervals (typically 25 minutes) with short breaks (typically 5 minutes). After four cycles, take a longer break. It helps maintain concentration and prevent burnout. **Q: How does task tracking work?** A: Create tasks, organize them into projects, and select one before starting the timer. Foci automatically logs sessions and time spent per-task so you know exactly where your hours go. **Q: Does Foci work offline?** A: Yes. Foci is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that works fully offline. Tasks, settings, and progress are stored in your browser's local storage. The built-in ambient sounds (rain, café, white noise, brown noise) also work offline via the Web Audio API. **Q: Can I use Foci on mobile?** A: Yes. Foci works in any modern mobile browser. You can install it to your home screen on iOS or Android for a native app experience via the PWA install prompt. **Q: How is Foci different from a simple Pomodoro timer?** A: A simple Pomodoro timer only counts down time. Foci combines a Pomodoro timer with per-task time tracking, daily session goals, streak tracking, built-in offline ambient music, motivational quotes, and optional cloud sync — all in one window. No tab-switching required. **Q: Can I import tasks from Google Tasks, Todoist, Asana, or Notion?** A: Yes. Foci supports importing tasks from Google Tasks (JSON), Todoist (CSV), Asana (CSV), Notion (CSV), and any generic CSV file with a title column. Go to Settings → Import & Export Tasks, upload your file, and Foci auto-detects the format. **Q: Can I export my tasks from Foci?** A: Yes. Export all your tasks as JSON (for re-importing into Foci) or CSV (for spreadsheets or other apps) from the Settings panel under Import & Export Tasks. **Q: Does Foci have brown noise?** A: Yes. Foci includes a built-in brown noise generator that works completely offline using the Web Audio API. Brown noise is a deep, warm sound that's less harsh than white noise — ideal for long study sessions, deep work, and ADHD focus support. **Q: Can I use Foci for deep work?** A: Yes. Foci is designed for deep work sessions. Set your timer, pick a task, turn on ambient sounds like brown noise or rain, and focus without distraction. Foci tracks your sessions and daily goals so you can build a consistent deep work habit. **Q: What is the best free Pomodoro timer?** A: Foci is a strong choice: it is completely free, requires no account, and combines a Pomodoro timer with task tracking, ambient music, daily goals, and streak tracking in a single tool. It works on any device and can be installed as a PWA. **Q: Can I customize the timer?** A: Yes. You can adjust work duration, break duration, and daily session goals in the Settings panel. **Q: Where is my data stored?** A: By default, all data is stored in your browser's local storage. If you sign up, data is synced to a secure Supabase backend. **Q: What browsers does Foci support?** A: Foci works in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge on desktop and mobile. ## How Foci Compares Unlike most standalone Pomodoro timers, Foci integrates task tracking, ambient music, and progress analytics in a single interface. You do not need separate apps for your timer, task list, and background music. - **vs. basic Pomodoro timers** (e.g., tomato-timer.com): Foci adds task tracking, ambient music, daily goals, and streak tracking. - **vs. Toggl Track**: Toggl is a time tracker but not a Pomodoro/focus system. Foci provides the full focus workflow alongside time logging. - **vs. Forest app**: Forest is a gamified focus app (paid). Foci provides a more complete system with tasks, streaks, and ambient music at no cost. - **vs. Be Focused / Focus@Will**: These are timer-only or music-only apps. Foci combines both, plus task tracking and goal streaks, in one free tool. - **vs. Notion / Todoist**: Those are task managers without a built-in focus timer or ambient sound. Foci is purpose-built for the work session itself. You can import your tasks from Todoist, Notion, Asana, or Google Tasks into Foci. ## Tech Stack - Next.js 15 (App Router) - React 19 - TypeScript - Tailwind CSS 4 - Supabase (optional cloud sync) - Local Storage for offline persistence ## Architecture - `src/app/layout.tsx` – Root layout with SEO metadata and structured data. - `src/app/page.tsx` – Landing page with feature overview. - `src/app/app/page.tsx` – Main app with timer, controls, tasks, and settings. - `src/app/login/page.tsx` – Authentication page. - `src/components/CircularTimer.tsx` – SVG-based circular countdown display. - `src/components/TimerControls.tsx` – Start, pause, and reset buttons. - `src/components/DailyProgress.tsx` – Daily goal progress bar and streak display. - `src/components/SettingsPanel.tsx` – Settings modal for durations, goals, notifications, and task import/export. - `src/components/TaskList.tsx` – Task creation, listing, time tracking, Today/This Week filters. - `src/components/TaskImportExport.tsx` – Import tasks from Google Tasks, Todoist, Asana, Notion, CSV. Export as JSON/CSV. - `src/hooks/useTimer.ts` – Core timer logic hook (work/break cycles, callbacks). - `src/lib/types.ts` – TypeScript type definitions (Settings, Task, TimerStatus, etc.). - `src/lib/quotes.ts` – Array of motivational quotes. - `src/lib/storage/` – Storage abstraction layer (local + Supabase). - `src/lib/supabase/` – Supabase client utilities for auth and cloud sync. ## URL - Homepage: https://usefoci.com - App: https://usefoci.com/app - Blog: https://usefoci.com/blog - Login: https://usefoci.com/login --- ## Blog Posts ### What Is the Pomodoro Technique? A Complete Guide > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/pomodoro-technique-guide > Date: 2026-03-01 | Reading time: 6 min read > Tags: pomodoro, productivity, focus, time management The Pomodoro technique is one of the most popular time management methods in the world — and for good reason. It's dead simple, backed by research on attention and fatigue, and works for nearly any kind of focused work. #### How it works The core idea is straightforward: 1. **Pick a task** you want to work on 2. **Set a timer for 25 minutes** (one "pomodoro") 3. **Work with full focus** until the timer rings 4. **Take a 5-minute break** 5. **Repeat** — after four pomodoros, take a longer 15–30 minute break That's it. No complex system, no elaborate setup. Just focused work, then rest. #### Why 25 minutes? Francesco Cirillo, who developed the technique in the late 1980s, found that 25 minutes is long enough to make meaningful progress but short enough to sustain intense concentration. Research on ultradian rhythms supports this — our brains naturally cycle between periods of high and low alertness throughout the day. The key insight is that **working for shorter, focused bursts with intentional breaks produces more output than grinding through hours of unfocused work**. A 2011 study from the University of Illinois found that brief diversions from a task dramatically improved a person's ability to focus on that task for prolonged periods. #### Who should use it? The Pomodoro technique works well for: - **Students** studying for exams or writing papers - **Developers** coding features or fixing bugs - **Writers** working on articles, books, or documentation - **Remote workers** who struggle with home distractions - **Anyone** who finds themselves procrastinating or losing focus #### Common mistakes **Skipping breaks.** The breaks aren't optional — they're how the technique works. Your brain needs recovery time to sustain focus across multiple sessions. **Interrupting the timer.** If you remember something mid-session, write it down and deal with it later. The whole point is unbroken focus. **Using it for everything.** Some tasks — like meetings, brainstorming, or creative exploration — don't suit rigid time blocks. Use Pomodoro for deep work, not everything. #### How Foci helps Foci automates the entire Pomodoro cycle. Set your work and break durations, pick a task, and press start. Foci handles the countdown, transitions, notifications, and progress tracking — so you can focus on the work itself. Features designed for Pomodoro: - **Customizable durations** — adjust work sessions from 15 to 60 minutes - **Task tracking** — log sessions and time spent per task automatically - **Daily goals** — set a target number of sessions and track streaks - **Offline support** — works anywhere, no internet required - **No account needed** — start immediately, completely free #### Getting started The best way to start is to commit to three pomodoros tomorrow morning on your most important task. Don't overthink the setup — 25 minutes of work, 5 minutes of rest. See how it feels. --- ### How to Stay Focused While Studying: 7 Proven Strategies > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/how-to-stay-focused-while-studying > Date: 2026-03-04 | Reading time: 7 min read > Tags: studying, focus, productivity, students Staying focused while studying is harder than ever. Between notifications, social media, and the constant pull of distractions, sustained concentration feels like a superpower. The good news: focus is a skill you can train, not a trait you're born with. Here are seven strategies backed by cognitive science that actually work. #### 1. Use time blocks, not marathon sessions Your brain isn't designed for three-hour study marathons. Research on attention span consistently shows that focus degrades after 20–30 minutes of sustained effort. The fix: **work in focused blocks of 25–50 minutes, then take a real break.** The Pomodoro technique (25 min work / 5 min break) is the most popular version of this. After four blocks, take a longer 15–30 minute break. This aligns with how your brain's prefrontal cortex manages attention — it needs periodic recovery to maintain performance. #### 2. Eliminate distractions before they happen "Resisting" distraction costs willpower. Every time you see a notification and choose not to check it, you burn mental energy. The smart move is to remove the temptation entirely: - **Put your phone in another room** (not just face-down) - **Close all browser tabs** unrelated to your study topic - **Use a website blocker** during study sessions - **Tell people around you** when you'll be unavailable The idea is to make focused work the path of least resistance. #### 3. Start with the hardest task Willpower and focus are highest in the morning (or whenever your day starts). Use that peak energy for the material you find most challenging or least enjoyable. This is sometimes called "eating the frog" — tackle the thing you're most likely to procrastinate on while your brain is freshest. Save easier, more enjoyable material for later in the day. #### 4. Use active recall, not passive reading Simply re-reading notes or highlighting text feels productive but doesn't build strong memories. **Active recall** — forcing yourself to retrieve information from memory — is far more effective. Practical methods: - **Close your notes and write down everything you remember** about the topic - **Use flashcards** (digital or physical) - **Teach the concept out loud** as if explaining it to someone else - **Practice problems** instead of reviewing solved examples Active recall also helps you identify gaps in your understanding, so you can focus your study time where it matters most. #### 5. Move your body during breaks When your timer goes off, don't switch from studying to scrolling your phone. Your brain needs a genuine break — which means different neural activity. During breaks: - Walk around for a few minutes - Do stretches or light exercises - Look out a window at a distant point (reduces eye strain) - Get water or a snack The worst break activities are other screen-based tasks — social media, videos, or games. These compete for the same cognitive resources your brain is trying to recover. #### 6. Study at consistent times Your brain is a pattern machine. When you study at the same time each day, your mind begins to anticipate focus mode — making it easier to settle in and concentrate. Pick a study schedule and defend it. Even two or three consistent time blocks per week create a rhythm that compounds over time. #### 7. Track your sessions What gets measured gets managed. Tracking how many focused sessions you complete each day creates accountability and reveals patterns. You might discover that you're most productive in the morning, or that Wednesdays are consistently unproductive, or that you tend to abandon sessions after 20 minutes. Foci makes this effortless — it automatically tracks completed sessions, time spent per task, daily progress toward your goal, and streaks of consecutive productive days. Patterns emerge quickly, and the streak counter provides gentle motivation to show up consistently. #### Putting it together You don't need to implement all seven strategies at once. Start with two: 1. **Use a timer** to work in focused blocks 2. **Put your phone in another room** during study sessions Those two changes alone will significantly improve your focus. Add the others over time as habits form. --- ### Pomodoro vs. Flowtime vs. 52/17: Which Focus Technique Is Best? > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/pomodoro-vs-flowtime-vs-52-17 > Date: 2026-03-07 | Reading time: 5 min read > Tags: pomodoro, flowtime, focus, productivity, time management Not all focus techniques are created equal — and the best one depends on how you work. Let's compare three of the most popular methods: the Pomodoro technique, the Flowtime technique, and the 52/17 method. #### The Pomodoro Technique **Format:** 25 minutes work → 5 minutes break → repeat (longer break after 4 cycles) The Pomodoro technique is the most widely used timed focus method. Developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s, it uses short, fixed intervals to maintain high concentration without burnout. **Best for:** - Tasks that are easy to procrastinate on - Studying or learning new material - Work that benefits from deadline pressure - People who need external structure **Drawbacks:** - The 25-minute window can feel restrictive when you're in deep flow - Frequent breaks may disrupt momentum on complex tasks #### The Flowtime Technique **Format:** Work until your focus naturally fades → take a proportional break Flowtime removes the fixed timer. You start working and keep going for as long as you feel focused. When you notice your attention slipping, you stop and take a break proportional to how long you worked (roughly 5 minutes for every 25 minutes worked). **Best for:** - Creative work (writing, design, music) - Programming or complex problem-solving - People who dislike rigid time constraints - Tasks where interruptions are costly **Drawbacks:** - Requires honest self-awareness about when focus fades - Easy to skip breaks or work too long without realizing it - Harder to track and set daily goals #### The 52/17 Method **Format:** 52 minutes work → 17 minutes break This method comes from a 2014 study by the Draugiem Group, which used time-tracking software to study the habits of their most productive employees. The top performers worked in focused bursts of about 52 minutes, followed by genuine 17-minute breaks. **Best for:** - Professional work that requires sustained thinking - People who find 25 minutes too short - Tasks that need deeper immersion time - Workers in offices or structured environments **Drawbacks:** - 52 minutes is a long stretch for some people - 17-minute breaks can feel too long and lead to distraction - Less flexibility than the other methods #### Side-by-side comparison | Aspect | Pomodoro | Flowtime | 52/17 | |--------|----------|----------|-------| | Work interval | 25 min (fixed) | Variable | 52 min (fixed) | | Break length | 5 min | Proportional | 17 min | | Structure | High | Low | Medium | | Best for | Procrastinators, students | Creatives, developers | Knowledge workers | | Tracking ease | Easy | Hard | Easy | | Flow-friendly | Moderate | High | High | #### Which should you choose? **Choose Pomodoro if** you struggle with procrastination, need clear structure, or want easy progress tracking. The short intervals create urgency and make starting less daunting. **Choose Flowtime if** you regularly enter deep flow states and find fixed timers disruptive. Just be honest with yourself about when your focus genuinely fades versus when you're drifting. **Choose 52/17 if** you do sustained knowledge work and find 25-minute sessions too choppy. The longer work interval suits tasks that require significant context-loading. #### You can mix methods There's no rule that says you have to pick one technique forever. Many productive people use Pomodoro for tasks they procrastinate on and Flowtime for creative work they enjoy. The important thing isn't the specific intervals — it's the principle: **focused work with intentional breaks** beats continuous, unfocused grinding. #### Try it with Foci Foci supports customizable work and break durations, making it easy to use any of these techniques. Set 25/5 for Pomodoro, 52/17 for the longer method, or any custom interval that suits your workflow. Every session is tracked automatically — so you can experiment with different durations and see which produces your best work. Try it free at https://usefoci.com/app — no sign-up required. --- ### Brown Noise for Studying: Why It Works and How to Use It > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/brown-noise-for-studying-and-focus > Date: 2026-03-12 | Reading time: 6 min read > Tags: brown noise, studying, focus, ambient sounds, productivity Brown noise has gone from niche audio curiosity to mainstream focus tool. Search interest has exploded over the past two years, with millions of students and remote workers swearing it helps them concentrate. But does it actually work — and how is it different from white noise? #### What is brown noise? Brown noise (also called Brownian noise or red noise) is a deep, rumbling sound — like a strong waterfall, heavy rain on a roof, or distant thunder. It emphasizes lower frequencies much more than white noise, producing a warm, smooth texture that many people find deeply calming. The name comes from Robert Brown and Brownian motion (the random movement of particles), not the color. The "color" naming system for noise types refers to their frequency distribution: - **White noise** — equal energy across all frequencies (sounds like TV static) - **Pink noise** — more bass, less treble than white (sounds like steady rain) - **Brown noise** — even more bass-heavy (sounds like a low roar or rumble) #### Why brown noise helps you focus 1. **It masks distracting sounds** — brown noise covers up irregular background sounds like conversations, traffic, and keyboard clicks. It provides a consistent sound floor that smooths everything out. 2. **It's less harsh than white noise** — white noise contains high-frequency energy that can feel fatiguing over long sessions. Brown noise rolls off the high frequencies for a warmer listening experience. 3. **It may reduce anxiety** — low-frequency ambient sound has been shown to reduce physiological markers of stress, which indirectly supports focus. 4. **It creates a consistent environment** — your brain habituates to constant stimuli, so brown noise fades into the background while blocking sudden distracting sounds. #### Brown noise vs. white noise vs. pink noise | Feature | White noise | Pink noise | Brown noise | |---|---|---|---| | Sound quality | Hissy, bright | Balanced, natural | Deep, warm | | Frequency emphasis | All equal | Mid-low | Low | | Best for | Blocking sharp sounds | Sleep | Deep focus, studying | | Fatigue over time | Higher | Moderate | Lower | #### Brown noise for ADHD Brown noise has gained particular traction in ADHD communities. Many people with ADHD report that it helps with reducing sensory overwhelm, providing just enough stimulation to prevent the restless search for novelty, and making it easier to start tasks by creating a clear "work mode" signal. #### Try it with Foci Foci has brown noise built directly into the timer — no extra tabs, no ads, no subscriptions. The sounds are generated locally in your browser using the Web Audio API, so they work completely offline. Other ambient options include rain, white noise, café ambiance, and lo-fi music via SoundCloud. --- ### Deep Work in the Age of AI: How to Stay Focused When Everything Is Instant > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/deep-work-in-the-age-of-ai > Date: 2026-03-15 | Reading time: 7 min read > Tags: deep work, AI, focus, productivity, distraction AI has made knowledge work faster than ever. But there's an uncomfortable side effect: the faster everything gets, the harder it becomes to sit with one task and think deeply about it. Deep work — the ability to focus without distraction on a cognitively demanding task — was already under threat from notifications and social media. Now AI tools have added a new layer: the temptation to constantly context-switch between asking, generating, reviewing, and refining. #### The new distraction isn't social media — it's productivity itself AI tools are insidious because they feel like work. Each interaction takes 30 seconds, but after 20 of them you've spent 10 minutes without producing anything original. Using an AI tool and doing deep work are fundamentally different cognitive modes — one is fast and reactive, the other is slow and effortful. #### Why deep work still matters With AI handling routine cognitive tasks, the premium on genuinely deep thinking has increased. The work AI can't easily replicate — original analysis, complex debugging, strategic thinking, creative work, and real learning — is exactly the work that requires sustained focus. #### 5 strategies for protecting deep work 1. **Batch your AI usage** — collect questions and handle them in a batch during breaks, not mid-session. 2. **Set a timer and commit to single-tasking** — a running timer is a commitment device. No tool-switching during a focus session. 3. **Do the hard thinking before you ask AI** — struggle with the problem first to build understanding. Use AI to verify and refine, not to skip thinking. 4. **Create a "deep work" environment** — close AI chat tabs, use ambient sound, put your phone away, block notification-heavy sites. 5. **Track your deep work hours** — what gets measured gets managed. Even three to four 30-minute deep work sessions per day puts you ahead of most knowledge workers. #### The AI-focus sandwich AI can support deep work when used intentionally: use AI **before** a focus session to gather context, do **no AI during** the session, then use AI **after** to refine and expand on what you produced. #### Try it with Foci Foci is designed for this workflow. Set your focus duration, pick your task, start your ambient sounds, and let the timer hold you accountable. It tracks your sessions, streaks, and daily goals so you can see your deep work habit building over time. Try it free at https://usefoci.com/app. --- ### How to Migrate from Google Tasks to Foci > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/migrate-from-google-tasks-to-foci > Date: 2026-03-15 | Reading time: 4 min read > Tags: migration, google tasks, import, productivity, task management Google Tasks is simple and convenient — it lives right inside Gmail and Google Calendar. But if you've been looking for a tool that actually helps you focus on those tasks instead of just listing them, Foci is built for exactly that. #### Why switch? Google Tasks is a checklist. Foci is a focus system: built-in Pomodoro timer, per-task time tracking, daily goals and streaks, subtasks and projects, offline support, and no account required. #### How to export from Google Tasks 1. Go to Google Takeout (takeout.google.com) 2. Deselect all, then check Tasks 3. Create and download the export 4. Unzip — find the JSON file in the Tasks folder #### How to import into Foci 1. Open Foci → Settings → Import & Export Tasks 2. Click "Choose file to import" and select the Google Tasks JSON 3. Foci auto-detects the format and shows a preview 4. Click Import Task titles, completion status, and due dates are imported. Notes and list names don't transfer — use Foci projects to reorganize after import. --- ### How to Migrate from Todoist to Foci > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/migrate-from-todoist-to-foci > Date: 2026-03-15 | Reading time: 4 min read > Tags: migration, todoist, import, productivity, task management Todoist excels at capturing and organizing tasks. Foci excels at executing them with focused, timed work sessions. #### How to export from Todoist 1. Go to Settings → Backups in Todoist 2. Create and download a backup (ZIP with CSV) 3. Or export a specific project via the three-dot menu → Export as CSV #### How to import into Foci 1. Open Foci → Settings → Import & Export Tasks 2. Upload the Todoist CSV 3. Foci auto-detects the format, previews the tasks 4. Toggle whether to include completed tasks 5. Click Import Task names, completion status, and due dates are imported. Priority levels and labels don't transfer — Foci uses a simpler project model. --- ### How to Migrate from Asana to Foci > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/migrate-from-asana-to-foci > Date: 2026-03-15 | Reading time: 4 min read > Tags: migration, asana, import, productivity, task management Asana is built for team coordination. Foci is built for individual deep work — no dashboards, no teammate notifications, just your tasks and a focus timer. #### How to export from Asana 1. Open the project in Asana 2. Click the dropdown/⋯ menu → Export/Print → CSV 3. Save the CSV file #### How to import into Foci 1. Open Foci → Settings → Import & Export Tasks 2. Upload the Asana CSV 3. Foci auto-detects the Asana format 4. Preview and import Task names, completion status, and due dates are imported. Assignees, sections, and dependencies don't transfer. --- ### How to Migrate from Notion to Foci > URL: https://usefoci.com/blog/migrate-from-notion-to-foci > Date: 2026-03-15 | Reading time: 4 min read > Tags: migration, notion, import, productivity, task management Notion is incredibly flexible but its complexity can get in the way of actually doing the work. Foci is a dedicated focus tool — no database schemas, no setup, just tasks and a timer. #### How to export from Notion 1. Open the task database in Notion 2. Switch to Table view for the cleanest export 3. Click ⋯ menu → Export → CSV 4. Save the CSV file #### How to import into Foci 1. Open Foci → Settings → Import & Export Tasks 2. Upload the Notion CSV 3. Foci maps Name/Title to task title, Status (Done/Completed) to completion, and Due/Date to due date 4. Preview and import Relations, rollups, formulas, and multi-select tags don't transfer. Foci's model is intentionally simpler — fewer fields between you and a focus session.