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Epoch Converter

Convert Unix timestamps to human-readable dates and vice versa. Fast, accurate, and supports multiple formats.

Epoch Converter

Common Examples

Unix Epoch Start
0
Year 2000 (Y2K)
946684800
New Year 2022
1640995200
Year 2038 Problem
2147483647
Milliseconds Example
1640995200000
Famous Timestamp
1234567890

Usage Tips

  • Unix timestamps are commonly 10 digits (seconds) or 13 digits (milliseconds)
  • The converter automatically detects timestamp format based on digit count
  • All conversions are performed in UTC timezone by default
  • Use ISO 8601 format for maximum compatibility across systems
  • Negative timestamps represent dates before January 1, 1970

What is Unix Epoch Time?

Unix epoch time is the number of seconds that have elapsed since January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 UTC. It's a standard way to represent time in computer systems and is widely used in programming, databases, and web applications.

Key Point: Unix epoch started on January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 UTC and is used universally in computing systems.

How to Use This Converter

  1. Enter a Unix timestamp in the input field, or click "Use Current Time" for the current timestamp
  2. Choose your preferred output format from the dropdown menu
  3. The converted date will appear instantly in the result field
  4. Click the copy button to copy the result to your clipboard

Common Use Cases

  • Converting database timestamps for human-readable display
  • Debugging time-related issues in applications
  • Converting between different programming language time formats
  • Analyzing log files with timestamp data
  • Working with APIs that use Unix timestamps

Technical Specifications

Range: -2,147,483,648 to 2,147,483,647
Precision: 1 second (32-bit) / 1 millisecond (64-bit)
Format: Signed integer
Year 2038: 32-bit systems will overflow

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What's the difference between seconds and milliseconds?

Seconds are the standard Unix timestamp format. Milliseconds include 3 additional digits for sub-second precision.

Q: Why does epoch start from 1970?

January 1, 1970 was chosen as a convenient round number close to the beginning of computing systems.

Q: What happens in 2038?

32-bit systems will experience overflow, but 64-bit systems can handle dates far beyond 2038.

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