Unix Timestamp Converter
Convert Unix timestamps to human-readable dates and vice versa. Essential for developers working with APIs and databases!
Current Unix Timestamp
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Enter a timestamp or select a date
Features
- Convert timestamp to date
- Convert date to timestamp
- Live current timestamp
- Multiple date formats
- Handles seconds & milliseconds
- One-click copy
How to Use
- 1Enter a Unix timestamp or select a date
- 2The other field updates automatically
- 3Click "Now" to use current time
- 4Copy the format you need
About Unix Timestamp Converter
When working with APIs, debugging databases, or analyzing server logs, developers frequently encounter Unix time (Epoch time), which is notoriously difficult to parse visually. Our free online Unix timestamp converter instantly translates these 10 or 13-digit integers into human-readable local dates and times. Conversely, you can input a specific calendar date and time to instantly generate the precise Unix numeric equivalent required by your backend architecture.
Designed with software engineers in mind, this epoch time calculator automatically detects whether you've inputted a standard 10-digit timestamp (seconds) or a 13-digit JavaScript timestamp (milliseconds). The tool instantly formats your results into various web standards, including ISO 8601 strings and UTC formats, allowing you to copy the exact variation you need with a single click. You can also view a live-updating current timestamp counter to quickly grab the current moment in Epoch time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Unix timestamp?
A Unix timestamp is the number of seconds elapsed since January 1, 1970 (UTC). It's a common way to store time in databases and APIs.
Seconds vs milliseconds?
Unix timestamps are traditionally in seconds (10 digits). JavaScript uses milliseconds (13 digits). We handle both!
What timezone is used?
Timestamps are stored in UTC. Displayed times are converted to your local timezone for convenience.
Why use timestamps?
Timestamps are timezone-independent, easy to compare, and take less storage than formatted date strings.