Timestamp Converter
Convert between Unix timestamps (seconds) and human-readable dates.
About Unix Time
Unix time counts seconds since 1970-01-01T00:00:00Z. This tool uses seconds (not milliseconds) for conversion. All processing happens in your browser.
About this Timestamp Converter
Convert between Unix timestamps (epoch time) and human-readable dates. Our timestamp converter supports Unix timestamps in seconds and milliseconds, converting them to readable date and time formats. Perfect for developers working with timestamps, debugging time-related code, or understanding Unix time values. The tool provides accurate conversions with support for multiple date formats.
Key Features
Convert Unix timestamps to readable dates
Convert dates to Unix timestamps
Support for seconds and milliseconds
Multiple date format options
Real-time conversion
Bidirectional conversion
Clear timestamp display
Works entirely in your browser for privacy
How to Use
Enter a Unix timestamp or select a date
Choose timestamp format (seconds or milliseconds)
View the converted date and time
Convert dates to timestamps
Use for development and debugging
Copy converted values if needed
Convert between any supported formats
Use for any timestamp conversion needs
Popular Use Cases
Convert timestamps in code development
Debug time-related issues
Understand Unix timestamp values
Convert timestamps for databases
Convert timestamps for APIs
Understand date and time in programming
Convert timestamps for logging
Calculate timestamps for events
Tips & Best Practices
Unix timestamps count seconds since January 1, 1970 UTC
Millisecond timestamps are common in JavaScript
Verify conversions for important timestamps
Use for debugging time-related code
Check timezone when converting
Understand timestamp format (seconds vs milliseconds)
Use for accurate timestamp conversions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Unix timestamp?
A Unix timestamp is the number of seconds (or milliseconds) that have elapsed since January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 UTC. It's a common way to represent time in programming.
What's the difference between seconds and milliseconds?
Unix timestamps can be in seconds (10 digits) or milliseconds (13 digits). JavaScript uses milliseconds, while many systems use seconds.
Can I convert dates to timestamps?
Yes, you can enter a date and time, and the tool will convert it to a Unix timestamp in the format you specify.
How accurate are the conversions?
Conversions are highly accurate, using standard Unix timestamp calculations. The tool provides precise conversions between timestamps and dates.