Milliseconds to Date Converter
Convert millisecond timestamps to human-readable dates. Perfect for JavaScript Date.now() values, Java System.currentTimeMillis(), and API responses.
Built by Michael Lip
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a millisecond timestamp?
A millisecond timestamp is the number of milliseconds since January 1, 1970 UTC. It has 13 digits (e.g., 1712000000000). JavaScript's Date.now() and Java's System.currentTimeMillis() return this format.
How do I convert milliseconds to seconds?
Divide by 1000. For example, 1712000000000 milliseconds equals 1712000000 seconds. This converter handles both formats automatically.
Which languages use millisecond timestamps?
JavaScript (Date.now()), Java (System.currentTimeMillis()), C# (DateTimeOffset.ToUnixTimeMilliseconds()), and many REST APIs return timestamps in milliseconds.
How do I get the current time in milliseconds?
In JavaScript: Date.now(). In Java: System.currentTimeMillis(). In Python: int(time.time() * 1000). Click the Now button in this tool to see the current value.
How It Works
This tool runs entirely in your browser using vanilla JavaScript. No data is sent to any server. All conversions and calculations happen locally on your device, ensuring complete privacy.
EpochPilot uses the browser's built-in Intl.DateTimeFormat API and the IANA timezone database provided by your operating system. This means timezone conversions are always accurate, including Daylight Saving Time transitions.
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Privacy
Everything runs locally in your browser. No timestamps, dates, or personal data are transmitted to any server. The source code is open on GitHub.
Contact
EpochPilot is built and maintained by Michael Lip. For questions or feedback, email [email protected].