Unix Timestamp
Convert between Unix timestamps and human-readable dates. View current timestamp in real-time, convert timestamps to various formats, and calculate relative time.
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About Unix Timestamp
Convert between Unix timestamps and human-readable dates. View current timestamp in real-time, convert timestamps to various formats, and calculate relative time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unix timestamp? expand_more
Unix timestamp (epoch time) represents the number of seconds elapsed since January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 UTC. It's a standard way to represent time in computing.
What is the epoch? expand_more
The epoch is January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 UTC. Unix timestamps count the number of seconds since this reference point.
Why use Unix timestamps? expand_more
Unix timestamps are compact, unambiguous, and easy to calculate with. They're used in databases, APIs, and systems programming.
Can I convert milliseconds? expand_more
Yes! Our [Unix Timestamp Converter](/tools/unix-timestamp/) shows both seconds and milliseconds versions for compatibility with different systems.
What is relative time? expand_more
Relative time shows human-readable intervals like "2 hours ago" or "3 days ago", making timestamps easier to understand at a glance.
Will Unix timestamps overflow? expand_more
Unix timestamps will overflow in the year 2038 (the "Year 2038 problem") for 32-bit systems. 64-bit systems can represent dates far into the future.
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