Convert Unix/Epoch timestamps (seconds since Jan 1, 1970 UTC) to human-readable dates and vice-versa. Alias for Epoch/Unix Time Converter.
Timestamp Converter
Convert Unix/Epoch timestamps (seconds since January 1st, 1970 UTC) to human-readable dates, and convert dates back to timestamps. Also, see the current timestamp updating live.
Current Timestamp:
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Convert Timestamp to Date
Convert Date to Timestamp
Enter a date and time in your local timezone.
Understanding Timestamps (Unix/Epoch)
In computing, a timestamp often refers to the Unix timestamp (also known as Epoch time or POSIX time). It represents the number of seconds that have elapsed since 00:00:00 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) on Thursday, 1 January 1970. This numerical format is extremely common in programming, databases, file systems, and APIs for representing points in time unambiguously.
Why Use Timestamps?
- Simplicity, Universality (UTC-based), Programming ease.
This timestamp converter allows easy translation between this numeric format and human-readable dates.
Limitations
Year 2038 problem for 32-bit systems.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a Unix timestamp?
Seconds since Jan 1, 1970 UTC.
Is this timestamp converter the same as an Epoch converter?
Yes, in this context, "timestamp" typically refers to the Unix/Epoch timestamp, so the functionality is identical.
Do timestamps account for time zones?
The standard Unix timestamp is UTC-based. This tool shows conversions to UTC and your local time.
How do I get the current timestamp?
Displayed live at the top. Programmatically: `Math.floor(Date.now() / 1000)` in JS.
What is the Year 2038 problem?
32-bit integer limit for timestamps reached in 2038.
