Timestamp Converter
Convert Unix epoch timestamps to human-readable dates and vice-versa.
Current Unix Epoch
Updates in real-time
Auto-detects seconds or milliseconds.
What is the Timestamp Converter?
The Timestamp Converter is a developer utility that converts Unix epoch timestamps into human-readable dates, and vice versa. It natively handles both seconds and milliseconds.
Unix timestamps are used extensively in databases, APIs, and logging systems. This tool saves you the hassle of writing scripts just to figure out when an event occurred.
How to use the Timestamp Converter
- 1To convert a timestamp: enter your numeric Unix timestamp into the input field. The tool will auto-detect whether it is in seconds or milliseconds and display the formatted Local time, UTC time, and ISO 8601 string.
- 2To convert a date: enter a date string or use the date picker to generate the corresponding Unix timestamp.
- 3Click the Copy button next to the current timestamp at the top to quickly grab the current time in seconds or milliseconds.
Key features
- 🤖 Auto Detection: Intelligently guesses whether your input timestamp is in seconds or milliseconds based on its length.
- 🌍 Timezone Aware: Displays conversions in both your local timezone and UTC.
- ⏱️ Live Current Time: Displays the current Unix timestamp instantly.
Examples
Converting Epoch to Date
1600000000Sunday, September 13, 2020 12:26:40 PM UTCWhy use this tool
- Speeds up debugging when reviewing logs or database entries.
- Prevents off-by-one or timezone errors when dealing with date strings.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Unix timestamp?
A Unix timestamp is a way to track time as a running total of seconds (or milliseconds) since the Unix Epoch on January 1st, 1970 at UTC.
Does it support milliseconds?
Yes, if you paste a 13-digit timestamp, the tool will automatically recognize it as milliseconds. If you paste a 10-digit timestamp, it treats it as seconds.
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