Timestamp to Date Converter
Convert Unix timestamps to human-readable dates and vice versa. Essential for debugging logs, analyzing data, and working with APIs.
How to Use the Timestamp Converter
Step 1: Enter Your Timestamp
Paste your Unix timestamp in the input field. Our tool automatically detects whether it's in seconds (10 digits) or milliseconds (13 digits) format.
Step 2: View Converted Date
The converted date appears instantly in both UTC (Greenwich Mean Time) and your local timezone.
Step 3: Copy Results
Click the copy button to copy the formatted output with all timezone information.
What is a Unix Timestamp?
A Unix timestamp (also called Epoch time) is the number of seconds or milliseconds that have elapsed since January 1, 1970, at 00:00:00 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time).
This system is widely used in programming and databases because it provides a universal way to represent time that's independent of timezones and regional date formats.
Common formats:
- Seconds: 1672531200 (10 digits)
- Milliseconds: 1672531200000 (13 digits)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert timestamp to date?
Simply paste your Unix timestamp into our converter. It automatically detects the format (seconds or milliseconds) and converts it to human-readable dates in both UTC and your local timezone.
What's the difference between seconds and milliseconds timestamps?
Seconds timestamps are typically 10 digits long (e.g., 1672531200), while milliseconds timestamps are 13 digits long (e.g., 1672531200000). Milliseconds provide more precision for timing applications.
Why use Unix timestamps?
Unix timestamps are timezone-independent, making them perfect for databases, APIs, and international applications. They eliminate confusion caused by different date formats and daylight saving time changes.
Common use cases for timestamp conversion
Debugging server logs, analyzing API responses, database queries, converting log files, scheduling applications, and working with date/time data in programming languages like JavaScript, Python, and PHP.
Is this timestamp converter accurate?
Yes, our converter uses JavaScript's built-in Date object which follows international standards. It automatically handles leap years, daylight saving time, and timezone conversions accurately.