What's the difference between a timestamp in seconds and milliseconds?

A standard Unix timestamp is measured in seconds. However, some systems (like JavaScript's `Date.now()`) work with milliseconds. A millisecond timestamp is simply the second timestamp multiplied by 1000. Our tool provides both for convenience.

Does this tool handle my local timezone?

Yes. When you convert from a date to a timestamp, it uses your browser's local timezone. When you convert from a timestamp to a date, it displays the date in your local timezone, making it easy to understand the time relative to where you are.

Unix Timestamp Converter - Epoch & Unix Time

What is a Unix Timestamp?

A Unix timestamp (also known as Epoch time) is a system for describing a point in time. It is the number of seconds that have elapsed since the Unix epoch, which was at midnight Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) on January 1, 1970.

This format is widely used in computer systems and programming languages because it's a simple, universal number that isn't affected by timezones. It makes date calculations and storing time data in databases much easier.

How to Use This Converter

Timestamp to Date: Enter a Unix timestamp (in seconds) into the first field, and the corresponding human-readable date will appear below.
Date to Timestamp: Select a date and time using the date picker, and the corresponding Unix timestamp (in seconds and milliseconds) will be generated instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is a Unix Timestamp?

How to Use This Converter

Timestamp to Date: Enter a Unix timestamp (in seconds) into the first field, and the corresponding human-readable date will appear below.
Date to Timestamp: Select a date and time using the date picker, and the corresponding Unix timestamp (in seconds and milliseconds) will be generated instantly.