When to use this tool
- Convert cache TTL values.
- Translate monitoring windows.
- Check timer and video lengths.
Duration
Duration converter
Convert raw seconds into minutes, hours, days, and readable time spans.
Seconds
3600
Minutes
60
Hours
1
Days
0.041666666666666664
Human
in 1 hour
Duration Converter: definition and examples
A duration is an amount of elapsed time independent of a specific calendar date.
How to use it
- Enter a duration in seconds.
- Read equivalent minutes, hours, and days.
- Copy the format you need.
Example
3600 seconds equals 60 minutes, 1 hour, or 0.0416667 days.
Frequently asked questions
Is a duration the same as a date?
No. A duration is an amount of time, while a date is a point on a calendar.
Does the converter account for daylight saving time?
No. Duration conversion is arithmetic and does not depend on a time zone.