⏰ Timestamp Converter
Convert between Unix timestamps and dates
Current Timestamp
Timestamp to Date
Date to Timestamp
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Unix timestamp?
A Unix timestamp is the number of seconds that have elapsed since January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 UTC (the Unix epoch). It's a universal way to represent time that's independent of time zones and calendar systems.
What's the difference between seconds and milliseconds?
Unix timestamps are traditionally in seconds, but JavaScript and some databases use milliseconds (1/1000 of a second). This tool auto-detects the format: values over 4102444800 are treated as milliseconds.
How do I handle different time zones?
The tool shows both local time (your computer's time zone) and UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). When working with timestamps in code, always store them in UTC and convert to local time only for display.
Why are Unix timestamps useful?
Timestamps are ideal for storing dates in databases, APIs, and logs because they're timezone-independent, easy to compare/sort, and occupy minimal space (just a number). They avoid ambiguities with date formats and daylight saving time.