Date to Unix Timestamp Converter
Convert any date and time to a Unix timestamp (epoch seconds) instantly. Free converter for developers, databases, APIs and scheduling.
Date to Unix Timestamp Converter
Our free Date to Unix Timestamp converter turns a normal date and time into epoch seconds — the number used by databases, APIs and programming languages.
Why use Unix timestamps?
A Unix timestamp counts the seconds since 1 January 1970 (UTC). Because it is a single number with no time zone or format confusion, it is ideal for storing, sorting and comparing dates in software.
How to use the Date to Unix Timestamp Converter tool
- Choose or type the date and time.
- Click Submit.
- Copy the Unix timestamp.
Common use cases
- Setting expiry times for tokens, coupons and cookies
- Writing database queries with date filters
- Scheduling jobs and cron tasks
- Testing APIs that require epoch time
Frequently asked questions
What is the Unix timestamp for 1 January 2000?
946684800 (at 00:00 UTC).
Seconds or milliseconds?
Unix time is in seconds; JavaScript often uses milliseconds, so multiply by 1,000.
Does the time zone matter?
Yes. The same local time in different zones gives different timestamps.
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