Convert Date to Seconds

Quickly convert calendar dates to their UNIX timestamp equivalents with the Convert Date to Seconds Tool. This converter takes one or more dates in YYYY-MM-DD format and transforms each into the number of seconds elapsed since the UNIX epoch (1970-01-01 00:00:00 UTC). It’s perfect for working with time-based data, databases, or timestamp calculations.

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How to Use:

  1. Enter Dates: Paste or type one date per line into the input box using the YYYY-MM-DD format.
  2. Live Conversion: As you type, the tool instantly converts each valid date to seconds since epoch.
  3. Copy or Export: Use the “Copy Output” button to copy the result, or “Export to File” to save it.
  4. Clear All: Click the “Clear All” button to reset both input and output fields.

What Convert Date to Seconds Tool can do:

  • Converts any valid ISO-style date string into the number of seconds since the UNIX epoch.
  • Handles multiple dates at once (one per line).
  • Rejects invalid dates with a simple Invalid date label in the output.
  • Supports fast export and copy for integration into other systems.

Example:

Input:

2024-01-01
2025-12-31
1970-01-01

Output:

1704067200
1767139200
0

Common Use Cases:

This tool is useful for developers, data analysts, and system admins who need to work with timestamps. Whether you’re syncing systems, storing event times, or doing log analysis, converting human-readable dates to UNIX time helps standardize and compare time values efficiently.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

If you’re comparing time spans, Find Date Difference pairs well to see how those seconds stack up. And when you’re dealing with system formats, Convert Human Time to UNIX Time helps line everything up cleanly.

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