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Unix Timestamp Converter

Convert Unix timestamps into readable dates instantly and transform dates back into timestamps with precision. Supports seconds and milliseconds.

Timestamp → Date

Paste any Unix timestamp

Date → Timestamp

Pick a date and time

Live Unix Clock

Updates every second

Seconds

0

Milliseconds

0

Local time

UTC time

Time Difference

Between two timestamps or dates

Date Details

Advanced date information

Enter a timestamp above to see details

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What is a Unix Timestamp?

A Unix timestamp (also called Epoch time) is the number of seconds that have elapsed since January 1, 1970, at 00:00:00 UTC — a moment known as the Unix Epoch. It is the most widely used system for tracking time in software, databases, and APIs across the world.

For example, the Unix timestamp 1736934332 represents Tuesday, January 15, 2026 at 10:45:32 AM UTC. Our converter instantly translates any timestamp into a human-readable date and time in your local timezone or any timezone worldwide.

How to Convert a Unix Timestamp to Date

1

Paste your timestamp

Copy the Unix timestamp from your database, API response, or log file and paste it into the Timestamp → Date field above.

2

Get instant results

The converter automatically detects whether your timestamp is in seconds or milliseconds and shows local time, UTC time, and relative time instantly.

3

Copy the result

Click the copy button next to any result to copy it to your clipboard with one click.

Seconds vs Milliseconds

Seconds (10 digits)

1736934332

Used by: Python, PHP, Go, Ruby, most databases

Milliseconds (13 digits)

1736934332000

Used by: JavaScript, Java, C#, most web APIs

Our converter automatically detects which format your timestamp is in — no manual selection needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current Unix timestamp?↓
The current Unix timestamp is shown in the Live Unix Clock section above, updating every second in real time.
What is the difference between Unix timestamp and Epoch time?↓
They are the same thing. Unix timestamp, Epoch time, POSIX time, and Unix time all refer to the number of seconds elapsed since January 1, 1970 00:00:00 UTC.
Why does JavaScript use milliseconds?↓
JavaScript's Date.now() returns milliseconds since the Epoch for higher precision, resulting in a 13-digit number. Our tool auto-detects both formats.
What is the maximum Unix timestamp?↓
On 32-bit systems, the maximum is 2,147,483,647 — January 19, 2038. This is the Year 2038 problem. On 64-bit systems, timestamps can go billions of years into the future.
How do I convert a date to a Unix timestamp?↓
Use the Date → Timestamp section above. Select your date, time, and timezone and the converter instantly shows you the Unix timestamp in seconds and milliseconds.
Is this Unix timestamp converter free?↓
Yes, completely free. No signup, no account, no limits. All conversions happen instantly in your browser.
How do I get a Unix timestamp in different programming languages?↓
JavaScript: Date.now() / 1000 | Python: time.time() | PHP: time() | Go: time.Now().Unix() | Java: System.currentTimeMillis() / 1000 | C#: DateTimeOffset.UtcNow.ToUnixTimeSeconds()

Get Unix Timestamp in Code

JavaScriptMath.floor(Date.now() / 1000)
Pythonimport time; time.time()
PHPtime()
Gotime.Now().Unix()
JavaSystem.currentTimeMillis() / 1000L
C#DateTimeOffset.UtcNow.ToUnixTimeSeconds()
RubyTime.now.to_i
RustSystemTime::now().duration_since(UNIX_EPOCH).unwrap().as_secs()