Free Discord tool

Discord timestamp generator

Pick a date and time, then copy the exact Discord timestamp syntax for short time, long date, full date, and relative countdown formats. Every viewer sees the time in their own timezone.

Code Name Discord syntax Example
:t Short Time 9:41 PM
:T Long Time 9:41:30 PM
:d Short Date 03/05/2026
:D Long Date May 3, 2026
:f Short Date/Time May 3, 2026 9:41 PM
:F Long Date/Time Sunday, May 3, 2026 9:41 PM
:R Relative in 2 hours

How Discord timestamps work

Discord timestamps use Unix seconds inside a short markdown tag such as <t:1746309660:R>. Discord renders the tag in each viewer's local timezone, which makes it ideal for events, deadlines, reminders, status messages, and bot logs.

Use relative timestamps for live countdowns

The relative format updates over time, so an event can show as in 2 hours, in 30 minutes, or 5 minutes ago without anyone doing timezone math manually.

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FAQ

Discord timestamp generator FAQ

What is a Discord timestamp?

A Discord timestamp is a markdown tag in the format <t:UNIX:FORMAT>. Discord converts it into a local time or date for every viewer.

Does a Discord timestamp adjust for timezones?

Yes. Discord stores the Unix timestamp and displays it according to the viewer's local Discord client timezone.

Which Discord timestamp format should I use for events?

Use :F for a full date and time, and :R for a live relative countdown. Many event posts include both formats.

Can I use timestamps inside embeds?

Yes. Discord timestamp tags work in normal messages and in most embed text fields, including descriptions and field values.