Unix Timestamp
Convert Unix timestamps to readable dates and vice versa.
Current Unix Timestamp
Conversion Results
Common Timestamps
About Unix Timestamp
Convert between Unix timestamps and human-readable dates with our free timestamp converter. Essential for developers working with databases, APIs, and log files. Get current timestamp, convert dates, and handle timezone differences.
Key Features & Benefits
Current Timestamp
Get the current Unix timestamp in seconds or milliseconds.
Bi-directional Conversion
Convert timestamps to dates or dates to timestamps.
Timezone Support
Handle UTC and local timezone conversions accurately.
Multiple Formats
Output in various date formats and programming language syntax.
How to Use Unix Timestamp
Enter Value
Input a Unix timestamp or select a date/time.
Convert
See the conversion between timestamp and human-readable date.
Copy Result
Copy in your preferred format for use in code or documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's the number of seconds (or milliseconds) since January 1, 1970 UTC, also called the Unix epoch.
10-digit timestamps are in seconds. 13-digit timestamps are in milliseconds. JavaScript often uses milliseconds.
Unix timestamps are always UTC. Convert to local time by adding/subtracting timezone offset.
The Unix epoch (January 1, 1970) was chosen when Unix was created. It's an arbitrary but consistent starting point.
Why Use Our Unix Timestamp?
Unix timestamps are the standard for storing and comparing dates in databases and APIs. Convert between formats accurately for any development task.