How to Use This Tool
Enter a Date
Pick a date using the date input. Optionally add a time for formats that include hours and minutes.
See All 9 Formats
The date is instantly shown in 9 different formats below, from ISO 8601 to US, EU, long, short, and more.
Copy Any Format
Click the copy button next to any format to put that specific date string on your clipboard.
Paste Where You Need It
Paste the copied date directly into your document, email, spreadsheet, code, or form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tool really free?
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Yes, completely free with no limits and no sign-up. Everything runs in your browser.
Is my data sent to a server?
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No. All formatting happens directly in your browser. Nothing you enter is ever sent anywhere.
What formats are supported?
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9 formats: ISO 8601, US (MM/DD/YYYY), EU (DD/MM/YYYY), Long (Month Day, Year), Short (Mon D, YYYY), YYYY/MM/DD, YYYY.MM.DD, RFC 2822, and Unix Timestamp.
What is ISO 8601?
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ISO 8601 is the international standard date format, written as YYYY-MM-DD (for example 2026-04-12). It is unambiguous and sorts correctly in alphabetical order.
What is the difference between US and EU format?
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US format puts the month first (MM/DD/YYYY), while EU format puts the day first (DD/MM/YYYY). This can cause confusion, which is why ISO 8601 exists.
What is RFC 2822?
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RFC 2822 is the date format used in email headers, like 'Sat, 12 Apr 2026 14:30:00 +0000'. It includes the day of the week and timezone offset.
Can I include the time?
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Yes. Use the optional time input to include hours and minutes in formats that support it, like ISO 8601 and RFC 2822.
Can I copy a specific format?
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Yes. Each format has its own copy button so you can grab exactly the one you need.
What happens with an invalid date?
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The tool shows an error message if the date input is not valid.
Does it show a Unix timestamp?
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Yes. The Unix timestamp for the entered date is shown as one of the 9 formats, in seconds since January 1, 1970.
What Is Date Format Converter?
Date Format Converter is a free tool that takes any date and shows it simultaneously in 9 different formats right in your browser. Instead of manually reformatting dates, just pick a date once and copy whichever format you need. Nothing you enter is ever sent anywhere - all formatting runs locally on your device.
It covers the most common date formats used worldwide: ISO 8601 for international standards, US and EU for regional conventions, long and short for readable text, and RFC 2822 for email headers. A Unix timestamp is included too.
Features Explained
9 Date Formats at Once
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Enter a date once and see it in ISO 8601, US, EU, Long, Short, YYYY/MM/DD, YYYY.MM.DD, RFC 2822, and Unix Timestamp simultaneously.
ISO 8601
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The international standard (YYYY-MM-DD). Unambiguous, sorts correctly, and is used in databases, APIs, and international communication.
US and EU Formats
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US (MM/DD/YYYY) and EU (DD/MM/YYYY) for regional conventions. See both side by side to avoid month/day confusion.
Long and Short Formats
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Long format spells out the month (April 12, 2026). Short format abbreviates it (Apr 12, 2026). Both are easy to read in documents and emails.
RFC 2822 for Email
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The standard format for email headers, including day of the week, date, time, and timezone offset.
Unix Timestamp
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The date as the number of seconds since January 1, 1970. Useful for code, databases, and APIs.
Optional Time Input
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Add hours and minutes to include the time in formats that support it, like ISO 8601 and RFC 2822.
Per-Format Copy Buttons
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Each of the 9 formats has its own copy button so you can grab exactly the one you need in one click.
Instant Results
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All 9 formats update instantly as you change the date or time. No Convert button needed.
100% Browser-Based
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All formatting runs directly in your browser. Nothing you enter is ever sent to any server - complete privacy.
Who Is This Tool For?
Developers
Get the ISO 8601 or Unix timestamp format for a date without writing code or checking documentation.
Technical Writers
Copy dates in the correct format for documentation, changelogs, and release notes.
Data Analysts
Convert dates between US, EU, and ISO formats when cleaning and standardizing datasets.
Project Managers
Format milestone and deadline dates for international teams that use different date conventions.
Email Developers
Get the RFC 2822 format for email headers and scheduling metadata.
Students
Format dates correctly for assignments, research papers, and citations.
Teachers
Show students the difference between US, EU, and ISO date formats in real time.
Accountants
Convert invoice and transaction dates between regional formats for international clients.
Lawyers
Format contract and filing dates in the specific format required by different jurisdictions.
Journalists
Format event dates consistently across articles and news stories.
HR Professionals
Convert employee start dates, birthdays, and deadlines between US and international formats.
Event Organizers
Format event dates for international audiences using the format each region expects.
Freelancers
Format invoice dates in whatever format your international clients require.
Marketers
Format campaign launch dates and deadlines consistently across documents and presentations.
Customer Support
Convert dates from customer messages in unfamiliar formats to one you can work with.
Database Administrators
Get ISO or Unix format dates for inserting into database queries and migration scripts.
Content Managers
Format publication dates consistently across blog posts, articles, and CMS entries.
Scientists
Use ISO 8601 for experimental records and research publications as required by journals.
Government Workers
Convert dates between the formats required by different agencies and international partners.
Translators
Convert dates from the source document's format to the format used in the target language and region.
Travel Agents
Format flight and hotel dates in the format expected by different booking systems and airlines.
Archivists
Standardize dates across historical records and digital collections using ISO format.
Bloggers
Format post dates consistently across your blog, whether your audience is in the US, Europe, or elsewhere.
Anyone
Quickly see any date in 9 formats at once and copy the one you need for any purpose.
Tips for Best Results
Use ISO 8601 for international communication
YYYY-MM-DD (like 2026-04-12) is unambiguous worldwide. When in doubt, use this format.
Watch for US vs EU confusion
04/05/2026 means April 5 in the US but May 4 in Europe. This tool shows both so you can pick the right one.
Add time for RFC 2822
The RFC 2822 format includes time and timezone. Use the time input to get a complete email-header-style date.
Unix timestamp for code
The Unix timestamp format is useful for databases, APIs, and scheduling jobs. It is just a number, so it is easy to store and compare.
Long format for documents
April 12, 2026 is the clearest format for formal letters, contracts, and reports. Copy it in one click.
Each format has its own copy button
You do not need to select and copy manually. Click the copy button next to any format to grab it instantly.
Results update instantly
Change the date or time and all 9 formats update right away. No button to click.
YYYY.MM.DD for some European systems
Some countries and databases use dots as separators. This format is included for convenience.
Short format for casual use
Apr 12, 2026 is a compact, readable format perfect for social media, chat, and informal notes.
Privacy is built in
Nothing you enter is ever sent to any server. All formatting runs in your browser.
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