Unix Timestamp Converter
Free online Unix timestamp converter. Convert between epoch time and human-readable dates instantly. Supports seconds and milliseconds.
Built by Michael Lip
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Unix timestamp?
A Unix timestamp (also called POSIX time or epoch time) counts the number of seconds since the Unix Epoch, January 1, 1970 00:00:00 UTC. It provides a timezone-independent way to track time.
How do I get the current Unix timestamp?
Click the Now button to instantly see the current Unix timestamp. In code: JavaScript uses Math.floor(Date.now()/1000), Python uses int(time.time()), and PHP uses time().
Why do developers use Unix timestamps?
Unix timestamps are timezone-independent, easy to store as integers, simple to compare and sort, and universally supported across programming languages and databases.
Will Unix timestamps break in 2038?
The Y2038 problem affects 32-bit systems where signed integers overflow on January 19, 2038. Modern 64-bit systems are unaffected. This tool uses JavaScript 64-bit numbers and works far beyond 2038.
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].