Convert Any Date to Unix Timestamp Instantly

Stop manually calculating epoch time. This free converter turns standard date formats into Unix timestamps (seconds since Jan 1, 1970) in one click. Perfect for developers, API testers, database admins, and anyone working with time-based data.

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Why use Date to Unix Timestamp Converter?

Works with local time and UTC to epoch seconds

Supports common date formats: YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS, MM/DD/YYYY, and more

Instant conversion with zero waiting

100% free, no sign-up, no install required

Great for debugging APIs, cron jobs, and database queries

How it works

  1. Enter your date and time in the input field using a valid format.
  2. Click the 'Convert to Timestamp' button.
  3. Copy the resulting Unix timestamp for your project, query, or script.
  4. Use the output as a parameter in your API, database, or code.

FAQ

What is a Unix timestamp?

A Unix timestamp (also called epoch time) is the number of seconds that have elapsed since January 1, 1970 at 00:00:00 UTC, excluding leap seconds.

Which date formats are supported?

The tool accepts common formats like YYYY-MM-DD, YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS, MM/DD/YYYY, and ISO 8601. For best results, include the time part if you need precision.

Is the conversion based on local time or UTC?

The conversion uses your browser's local timezone. If you need UTC, be sure to adjust your input or append 'Z' to the date string (e.g., 2024-03-15T12:30:00Z).

Can I convert a timestamp back to a date?

Yes, we also offer a separate Unix timestamp to date converter tool on this site.