Date to Unix Time Converter

Generate Unix Timestamps from Any Date

In the world of programming and database management, handling dates can be a nightmare due to varying formats and time zones. Our Date to Unix Time Converter simplifies this by providing a universal numeric representation of time. Whether you're setting an expiration date for a JWT token, scheduling a cron job, or seeding a database, having the exact Epoch timestamp is crucial.

Why Use Unix Epoch Time?

Unix time is a system for describing a point in time as the number of seconds that have passed since the Unix Epoch (January 1st, 1970). It is favored by developers because it is a single integer, making it incredibly easy to compare two dates or perform mathematical operations like calculating the difference between two dates.

Unlike human-readable strings, Unix timestamps are independent of locale and formatting rules. This makes them the gold standard for backend APIs and cross-platform data exchange.

Features of Our Converter

• Dual Output: Get your results in both seconds (standard) and milliseconds (ideal for JavaScript Date.now()).
• Timezone Flexibility: Switch between your local system time and UTC with a single click.
• Real-time Updates: The timestamp updates instantly as you change the date or time inputs.
• One-Click Copy: Quickly grab the value for your code without manual selection.
• Developer Friendly: Clean, distraction-free interface designed for high-speed workflows.

How to Convert Date to Timestamp

1. Pick a Date: Use the calendar picker to select the day, month, and year.
2. Adjust Time: Set the specific hour and minute for precision.
3. Choose Timezone: Decide if your input is in your local time or Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
4. Copy Result: Use the copy button next to the seconds or milliseconds field to use the value in your project.

Need to go the other way? Check out our Unix Timestamp Converter to turn numbers back into readable dates.