How to use
- 1Pick the date and time.
- 2Click Process.
- 3Copy the generated Unix timestamp.
About
Converts a date into a Unix timestamp, useful for testing APIs and databases that use epoch time.
How to convert a date to a Unix timestamp
The converter turns a readable date and time into a Unix timestamp — the number of seconds since January 1, 1970. It is useful for generating values compatible with APIs, scheduling, and databases.
While humans read "November 14, 2023", systems and APIs prefer a single number like 1699920000. Converting to a timestamp removes timezone ambiguity and makes comparisons and calculations between dates easier.
The resulting timestamp represents the date in UTC. If you enter a date in your local timezone, the tool converts it to the UTC equivalent before calculating the value.
This format is ubiquitous in development: authentication tokens, task scheduling, caching, and logs use timestamps to mark time precisely and sortably.
Examples
- Input: 2023-11-14 00:00 (UTC) → 1699920000
- Converting the current date to a timestamp makes it easy to compare events before or after today.
Limitations
- Dates before 1970 produce negative timestamps, which may not be supported by all systems.
- Precision depends on the timezone provided; a timezone error can shift the result by hours.
How to use the date to timestamp converter
- 1Enter the desired date and time.
- 2Choose the timezone, if needed.
- 3Click Process and copy the timestamp.
Frequently asked questions
Is the result in seconds or milliseconds?
The standard Unix timestamp is in seconds. Some systems require milliseconds — just multiply the value by 1000.
How does timezone affect the result?
The timestamp is always in UTC. If you enter a date in another timezone, the tool converts it to UTC before calculating.
Do dates before 1970 work?
Yes, producing negative timestamps. However, some legacy systems do not support negative values.
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