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What is a Unix Timestamp?
A Unix timestamp (also known as Epoch time) is the number of seconds that have elapsed since January 1, 1970 (UTC). It is a widely used standard for representing time in computing. Our Timestamp Converter allows you to easily convert between Unix timestamps and human-readable dates.
How to use our Timestamp Converter
- Select the conversion mode: "Timestamp → Date" or "Date → Timestamp".
- Enter the value you want to convert in the input field.
- Choose your desired options, such as timestamp unit and timezone.
- Click the "Convert" button to see the result.
- You can also use the "Use Current" button to work with the current time.
Features of our Timestamp Converter
- Bidirectional Conversion: Convert from timestamp to date and vice versa.
- Timezone Support: View dates and times in your local timezone or any other timezone.
- Seconds & Milliseconds: Supports both common timestamp units.
- Real-time Clock: See the current timestamp updating live.
- Multiple Output Formats: Choose from ISO 8601, RFC 2822, and other human-readable formats.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why is it called "Unix time"?
It originated in the Unix operating system, which was developed in the early 1970s.
What is the "Epoch"?
The Epoch is the starting point of Unix time: 00:00:00 UTC on January 1, 1970.
Does this tool handle leap seconds?
Unix time does not account for leap seconds, so they are not reflected in our conversions.