Relative Time Formatter
Date & TimeConvert dates into friendly relative time phrases with clear, local formatting.
Relative Time Inputs
Choose the moment you want to describe (for example, a deadline).
Defaults to the current moment, but you can set a custom reference time.
Rounded values choose the unit that best matches the time difference.
Formatted Output
Relative (Long) --
Relative (Short) --
Relative (Narrow) --
Absolute Difference --
Direction --
Unit Used --
How it works
Smart units: The formatter picks the most relevant time unit for clarity.
Locale aware: Uses your browser locale for natural phrasing.
Flexible reference: Compare against now or a custom reference time.
Private: Everything runs locally in your browser.