Epoch Converter - Unix Time Converter Online Tool

Epoch Converter and Unix Timestamp Converter is your all-in-one tool to convert epoch time to date (human-readable format) and convert time to unix timestamp. It will instantly convert epoch time to date in GMT/UTC, local time, and ISO 8601 with ease and vice versa. You can also use the tool to convert date time to unix timestamp i.e. human-readable format date time to unix timestamp. This tool is also called as linux timestamp converter.

What is Epoch Time?

Epoch time, also widely known as Unix time or Linux timestamp, is a method for describing a point in time by counting the number of seconds that have passed since a fixed reference point: January 1, 1970, at 00:00:00 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). This moment is called the "Unix Epoch."

Because the unix time stamp is a single, large integer, it is incredibly useful for computing systems for tracking, sorting, and synchronizing time across different time zones. However, for humans, a number like "1609459200" is virtually meaningless—that's where our epoch time converter comes in.

Convert Unix Time to Timestamp - Epoch Time to Date

Follow below steps to convert unix time to timestamp in local or UTC timezone. If you have a specific linux time or unix time, you can use this tool to convert it to human-readable datetime. This feature is also referred to as convert unix time to timestamp or epoch time to date.

Input Your Epoch: Paste or type the epoch unix time (seconds or milliseconds) into the designated "Epoch Time" input field.
Instant Conversion: The tool will automatically convert unix time to timestamp and display the results in the "Converter Output" section, including:
- Local Time (12H & 24H): Converted epoch time to datetime i.e. local time. Automatically adjusted to your computer's timezone.
- GMT/UTC Time (12H & 24H): Converted epoch time to UTC datetime. The universal, non-timezone-dependent time.
- UTC (ISO 8601): Converted unix to UTC in ISO 8601 format. The standardized format used globally.
- Relative Time: A human-friendly description (e.g., "3 days ago").

Convert Timestamp to Unix Time - Date to Epoch Time

Follow below steps to convert local/UTC timestamp to unix time. If you have a specific date and time and need the corresponding unix epoch, the tool converts instantly. This feature is also referred to as convert time to unix timestamp or date to epoch.

Input Your Date/Time: Use the "Local Date Time," "UTC Date Time," or "ISO Date Time" fields to specify your desired date.
Use Presets (Optional): Click "Set Current Time" or use the quick adjustment buttons to rapidly move the time by minutes, hours, days, months, or years.
Get Your Epoch: The tool will instantly convert date to unix timestamp and display the result in the output section as both Epoch Unix Time in Seconds and Epoch Unix Time in Milliseconds.

Epoch Converter - Code Examples Various Languages

Python Epoch Datetime Conversion

# Convert epoch to datetime
import datetime
unix_timestamp = 1609459200
dt = datetime.datetime.fromtimestamp(unix_timestamp)
print(dt)

# Convert datetime to epoch
dt = datetime.datetime(2021, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0)
unix_timestamp = int(dt.timestamp())
print(unix_timestamp)
# Get current unix time
current_unix = int(datetime.datetime.now().timestamp())
print(current_unix)

PostgreSQL Convert Epoch to Timestamp

-- Convert epoch to timestamp
SELECT to_timestamp(1609459200);
-- Convert timestamp to epoch
SELECT extract(epoch FROM timestamp '2021-01-01 00:00:00');
-- Milliseconds handling
SELECT to_timestamp(1609459200000 / 1000.0);

JavaScript Epoch Datetime Conversion

// Current time in milliseconds
const unixMillis = Date.now();
// Current time in seconds
const unixSeconds = Math.floor(Date.now() / 1000);
// Convert unix timestamp to Date
const date = new Date(unixSeconds * 1000);
// Convert Date to unix timestamp
const unixTime = Math.floor(date.getTime() / 1000);

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the difference between Epoch Converter and Unix Time Converter?

Epoch Converter and Unix Time Converter are essentially different names for the same function. The term "Epoch" refers to the starting point (January 1, 1970), while "Unix Time" is the calculated measurement (seconds since the epoch). Our tool acts as both an epoch converter and a linux timestamp converter, handling all related operations seamlessly.

Does Unix time account for time zones?

No. The base Unix time stamp is always measured in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). The value remains the same regardless of your geographical location. Our tool's primary function is to take that universal UTC-based number and convert it to your Local Time for human readability, and back again, ensuring accurate unix time to datetime conversion.

Why is Unix Time important in computing?

Unix time is a simple, linear, and unambiguous way to represent time. Because it is a single integer, it is computationally efficient to store, compare, and perform mathematical operations on. This makes it ideal for everything from file timestamps and database records to network communication protocols.