A Better Way to Prioritize Your Tasks
Your to-do list doesn't need more tasks. It needs a framework.
Why Traditional To-Do Lists Fail You
Most task managers are great at collecting tasks, but terrible at helping you choose them.
The task list keeps growing
Tasks keep getting added one by one, but there’s no ‘rejection’ mechanism.
Don’t know where to start
All the tasks are crammed into one long list, and you don’t know where to start, leaving you feeling anxious.
Important things get lost
Urgent but trivial tasks take over, and the truly important things keep slipping through the cracks.
4todo is different!
Built on the Eisenhower Matrix
A Decision System that shows you what to do now and what to next.
The Eisenhower Matrix
Decide what to do first, and what to stop doing
Do First
Urgent and important tasks that can’t wait. Stops you from feeling lost and overwhelmed.
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Schedule
Important but not urgent tasks. Makes sure important things don’t get lost.
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Delegate
Tasks that feel urgent but don’t move your goals forward. Keeps your list from growing endlessly.
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Eliminate
Time wasters that sneak into your day. Frees you from distractions.
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A Tip from the Developer
Check Quadrant 2 every day, not just Quadrant 1. When something there really matters, drag it into Quadrant 1 and do it.
The Matrix is brilliant
We all struggle to prioritize when things get crazy. 4todo turns this powerful theory into a simple, automatic habit.
What You Get
Everything from basic functions to advanced features, all included.
The Matrix
Every task fits one quadrant. See your workload at a glance.
Set it once
Daily standups, weekly reviews—set once, forget forever.
Export & Share
Save as image or spreadsheet. Share with your team.
Works with your tools
Connect Zapier, N8N, or any API. Tasks flow into your matrix.
Well-organized
Master the Eisenhower Matrix. Work smarter, not harder.
Clarity drives action
Always know the next 1–3 tasks to do, no more decision fatigue.
Built all around your tasks
4todo makes task management simple and clear.
Lightweight
Create tasks and start working instantly.
Command Palette
Quick access with keyboard shortcuts.
Recurring Tasks
Set once, repeat automatically on your schedule.
Pricing
Free
- Matrix Todo List
- Great User Experience
- Beautiful Interface
- Up to 200 tasks
- 1 recurring task
- 1 workspace
- Image export
- Excel export
- API access
Annual
- Matrix Todo List
- Great User Experience
- Beautiful Interface
- Unlimited tasks
- Unlimited recurring tasks
- Up to 10 workspaces
- Image export
- Excel export
- API access
Monthly
- Matrix Todo List
- Great User Experience
- Beautiful Interface
- Unlimited tasks
- Unlimited recurring tasks
- Up to 10 workspaces
- Image export
- Excel export
- API access
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the Eisenhower Matrix?
The Eisenhower Matrix is a time management method created by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. It helps you decide what to focus on by dividing tasks into four categories:
| Quadrant | Action |
|---|---|
| Urgent & Important | Do it now |
| Important & Not Urgent | Plan it |
| Urgent & Not Important | Delegate it |
| Not Urgent & Not Important | Eliminate it |
The core idea is to focus on what truly matters instead of reacting to what only seems urgent.
4todo is built around this framework, helping you organize tasks by priority and work with more intention every day.
How is 4todo different from other task management?
Most task apps are just lists with tags and due dates. They track what you need to do but don't help you decide what to do first.
4todo is built around the priority matrix framework, so every task automatically fits into a prioritization system. You're not staring at an overwhelming list. You're looking at four clear quadrants that tell you where to focus.
Think of it as task management with a decision framework built in.
Is 4todo really free?
Yes, 4todo is completely free to use with basic features. You can start organizing your tasks using the Eisenhower Matrix right away—no credit card required.
For advanced features and enhanced productivity tools, we offer premium plans starting at $9.9/month. Upgrade anytime to unlock the full potential of 4todo.
What are recurring tasks and why do I need them?
Recurring tasks repeat automatically. Set "Team standup every Monday" once, and 4todo remembers. You don't have to recreate it every week.
This is useful for routine work in Quadrant 2 (important but not urgent). The stuff that's easy to forget but matters long-term.
Free plan includes limited recurring tasks. Pro plan has unlimited.
Can I integrate 4todo with other tools?
Yes. Pro plan users get full API access, which means you can connect 4todo to:
- Zapier for no-code automation
- N8N for self-hosted workflows
- Typeform to turn form submissions into tasks
- Any tool that supports webhook or REST API connections
This lets you automatically pull tasks into your priority matrix from wherever work originates.
How do I know which quadrant a task belongs in?
Ask two questions:
- Is this urgent? (Does it have a pressing deadline?)
- Is this important? (Does it contribute to my long-term goals?)
The answers place your task:
- Urgent + Important = Do First (Quadrant 1)
- Important + Not Urgent = Schedule (Quadrant 2)
- Urgent + Not Important = Delegate (Quadrant 3)
- Neither = Eliminate (Quadrant 4)
Tip: Most people treat Quadrant 3 tasks (urgent but unimportant) like Quadrant 1. The matrix makes it clear which tasks deserve your attention.
What is the history of the Eisenhower Matrix?
The Eisenhower Matrix traces its roots to Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States and a five‑star general during World War II. Eisenhower frequently faced high‑stakes decisions and distinguished between urgent and important tasks to manage time and priorities effectively. He is credited with the principle that “what is important is seldom urgent and what is urgent is seldom important,” which became the foundation for this prioritization approach. The visual 2×2 matrix format was later popularized in productivity literature, especially by Stephen Covey in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, helping spread the framework to professionals and teams around the world.
Ready to stop the chaos?
See if the Eisenhower Matrix works for you.