What is a Unix Timestamp?

A Unix timestamp is a numeric representation of a specific moment in time, measured as the number of seconds since January 1, 1970 (the Unix epoch). It is widely used in programming and databases for date and time calculations.

How to convert a timestamp to a date

Enter a Unix timestamp and click Convert Timestamp to Date. The tool will display the corresponding date and time in UTC.

How to generate a Unix timestamp

Enter a date and time, then click Convert Date to Timestamp. The tool will show the Unix timestamp for that moment.

Common uses of timestamps in programming

• Storing and comparing dates in databases
• Scheduling events and tasks
• Logging and auditing
• APIs and data exchange

Examples of timestamp conversion

• 1709596800 → 2024-03-05 00:00:00 (UTC)
• 2024-03-05 00:00:00 → 1709596800