Timestamp Converter
Timestamp → Date
Date → Timestamp
What is a Unix Timestamp and how to convert it?
A Unix timestamp is the number of seconds that have elapsed since January 1, 1970 (UTC), known as the Unix Epoch. This format is widely used in operating systems, databases, APIs and web applications to record time in a timezone-independent manner.
The timestamp converter lets you quickly convert a Unix timestamp to a human-readable date and vice versa — convert a date and time to a timestamp value. The tool is useful for developers, system administrators and analysts working with logs and time-based data.
What is Unix timestamp used for?
Unix timestamp is widely used in computer systems to store and process time information. This format makes it easy to compare dates, perform mathematical operations on time and avoid timezone-related issues.
- storing dates in databases
- server and operating system logs
- security tokens and session expiry times
- API and inter-system communication
- queuing and caching systems
How does the timestamp converter work?
The tool converts the number of seconds since the Unix Epoch into a human-readable date format or vice versa — transforms a date and time into a Unix timestamp. The conversion is performed instantly in the browser, without sending data to a server.
This lets you quickly check the meaning of a timestamp value in system logs, API tokens, databases or web applications.
FAQ — Unix Timestamp Converter
What is a Unix timestamp?
A Unix timestamp is the number of seconds since January 1, 1970 (UTC). It is the standard way of recording time in Unix systems and many modern applications.
Why do developers use timestamps?
Timestamps are easy to store and compare. They allow time operations to be performed without needing to account for date formats or timezones.
Does Unix timestamp account for timezones?
No. A timestamp always refers to UTC time. It can only be converted to a local timezone when displayed.
Can a timestamp be in milliseconds?
Yes. Some systems use timestamps in milliseconds instead of seconds. In that case the timestamp value is typically 1000 times larger.