Short Time Time only
t epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts 2:00 AM
<t:1778464806:t> Discord Timestamp Generator
Generate <t:UNIX:F> syntax
for Discord messages. All 9 formats, instantly.
Medium Time Time with seconds
T epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts 2:00:06 AM
<t:1778464806:T> Short Date Numeric date
d epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts 5/11/26
<t:1778464806:d> Long Date Written month
D epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts May 11, 2026
<t:1778464806:D> Long Date, Short Time Default format
f epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts May 11, 2026 at 2:00 AM
<t:1778464806:f> Full Date, Short Time Weekday + date + time
F epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts Monday, May 11, 2026 at 2:00 AM
<t:1778464806:F> Short Date, Short Time Numeric date + time
s epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts 5/11/26, 2:00 AM
<t:1778464806:s> Short Date, Medium Time Numeric date + seconds
S epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts 5/11/26, 2:00:06 AM
<t:1778464806:S> Relative Countdown or elapsed
R epochkit
BOT
Today at 12:00
Event starts in less than a minute
<t:1778464806:R> How to use
1
Pick a date and time
Use the date and time inputs above, or click Now to use the current moment.
2
Choose your timezone
Select the timezone the event is happening in. Discord converts automatically for each viewer.
3
Copy and paste
Click the copy button on any format card and paste the <t:...> syntax directly into Discord.
Why Discord timestamps are timezone-aware
Discord's <t:UNIX:F>
syntax embeds a Unix timestamp into your message. Discord's client — whether desktop, mobile,
or browser — reads that Unix value and renders it in the viewer's own local timezone and
locale. The same message will show "Saturday, May 9, 2026 6:00 PM" to someone in New York
and "Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:00 AM" to someone in Tokyo, with no extra effort from the sender.
This makes Discord timestamps the best way to announce events in international servers. You set the time once in any timezone you like, and Discord handles all the conversions. No more "is that EST or UTC?" in the replies.
The nine format tokens — t, T, d, D, f, F, s, S, and R — give you fine control over how the
timestamp appears. Use R for
countdowns that display "in 3 hours" and tick down in real time. Use F for the full weekday, date, and
time when precision matters, or s / S for a compact numeric
date-time format.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Discord timestamp?
A Discord timestamp is a special syntax — <t:UNIX:FORMAT> — that Discord renders as a formatted date or time, automatically adjusted to each viewer's local timezone. Instead of writing "the meeting is at 3 PM EST", you write a timestamp and everyone sees the correct time for their location.
Why does the time look different to other people?
That is the whole point. Discord renders <t:...> tags in each viewer's own timezone. A timestamp set to 18:00 UTC+0 will show "6:00 PM" to someone in London, "2:00 PM" to someone in New York, and "3:00 AM next day" to someone in Tokyo. No manual conversion needed.
How do I use the Relative format (R) for a countdown?
Use the R format — <t:UNIX:R> — and Discord will show something like "in 3 hours" or "5 minutes ago" that updates in real time as users view the message. It's perfect for countdowns to events, deadlines, or release times.
Can I use Discord timestamps in embeds and bot messages?
Yes. The <t:UNIX:FORMAT> syntax works anywhere Discord renders markdown: regular messages, embed descriptions, embed fields, and bot responses. It does not work in embed titles or author fields.
What's the difference between f, s, and F?
f is the default format — May 10, 2026 at 6:52 PM. s is more compact: 5/10/26, 6:52 PM. F adds the full weekday name: Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 6:52 PM. Use S instead of s when you also need seconds in the time.
Why isn't my <t:...> rendering as a timestamp?
Check that the Unix value is in seconds, not milliseconds. A current Unix timestamp is 10 digits (e.g., 1778406728). If your value is 13 digits, divide by 1000. Also confirm the format token is one of: t, T, d, D, f, F, s, S, R.