Unix Time Display

WHAT IT DOES

Unix Time Display is a browser extension that shows the current Unix timestamp in a floating panel, updating every second in real time. It displays the timestamp in seconds (the number of seconds since January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 UTC) and also shows the timestamp in milliseconds for higher precision. The panel includes the current date in ISO format (YYYY-MM-DD) and the current time in 24-hour format (HH:MM:SS UTC). Users can copy the Unix timestamp (seconds) or the millisecond timestamp to the clipboard with one click. The tool is ideal for developers, system administrators, API testers, and anyone who works with Unix timestamps in logs, databases, or software development.

WHERE IT RUNS

Unix Time Display runs on any webpage, overlaying a floating panel that does not interfere with page content. It operates entirely in your browser as a lightweight userscript, using JavaScript's Date.now() for high-precision timestamp generation. It works on any page, whether static or dynamic, with no external dependencies. All data is calculated locally—no data is ever sent to any server.

HOW TO USE

After installation, open the floating panel by clicking the extension icon. The panel displays the current Unix timestamp in seconds as a large, clear number at the top. Below it, the timestamp in milliseconds is shown. The current date and time are displayed in ISO format and UTC time. The display updates every second automatically. To copy the timestamp, click the "Copy Unix" button to copy the seconds timestamp, or click "Copy ms" to copy the millisecond timestamp. The copied value appears in a confirmation flash. The panel can be dragged to any position on the screen for convenient access.

REAL MECHANISM — WHY THIS WORKS

Most Unix timestamp tools require visiting a website or using a command-line utility, which disrupts workflow. Unix Time Display uses a browser-integrated approach that provides instant, real-time timestamp access without leaving your current page. The tool calculates the Unix timestamp using JavaScript's Date.now() method, which returns the number of milliseconds since the Unix epoch. It then converts this value to seconds by dividing by 1000 and rounding down using Math.floor() for the integer seconds representation. The display updates using setInterval with a 1-second interval, ensuring the timestamp is always current. The date and time are derived from the same Date object using standard getFullYear(), getMonth(), getDate(), getHours(), getMinutes(), and getSeconds() methods, with zero-padding for consistent formatting. The UTC time is displayed using the UTC methods (getUTCHours, etc.) to avoid timezone confusion. The copy functionality uses GM_setClipboard to copy the timestamp directly to the system clipboard. This approach ensures accurate, real-time, and fully private Unix timestamp access without requiring any external services or network access.

THE PANEL

The floating panel is fully draggable and remembers its position per site, snapping to the edges of the viewport when dragged near them. You can collapse the panel to a small icon to minimize screen distraction and expand it back with a single click. The panel is resizable from the bottom-right corner, giving you more space to view the timestamp and controls. Press the Escape key to close the panel instantly. The panel remains open across page navigation within the same domain, maintaining your current view state. All preferences—panel position—are saved per domain for a seamless experience.

PLEASE NOTE

Unix Time Display requires the free BotGentz extension to be installed and enabled, as it relies on the cross-extension messaging API provided by BotGentz for DOM access permissions. The timestamp is calculated using the client system's clock; ensure your system time is accurate for correct timestamp values. The timestamp is displayed in UTC time, consistent with the Unix epoch definition. All data is calculated locally in your browser. No timestamp values, date information, or usage data are ever sent to any server. The extension does not read, store, or transmit any personal information. It only calculates and displays timestamp values locally at your request.