Frequently Asked Questions
What is unix time?

Unix time (aka Epoch time, POSIX time, seconds since the Epoch, or UNIX Epoch time) is a system for describing a point in time. It is the number of seconds that have elapsed since the Unix epoch, minus leap seconds. The Unix epoch is 00:00:00 UTC on 1 January 1970.

When is the Unix epoch?

The Unix epoch is 00:00:00 UTC on 1 January 1970.

Why convert a date to epoch time using this utility?

Converting a date to epoch time can simplify date-related data processing and analysis, improve cross-platform compatibility, optimize performance, and enable time-based calculations.

Is this date to epoch converter utility free?

Yes, this date to epoch utility is completely free to use.

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