Random Date Generator

Select a date range and generate a random date within that period.

Generated Dates History

    Use this random date generator to pick a date in a range you set. Choose a display format. Add a time stamp if you need it. A handy history shows your recent picks.

    What this random date generator does

    The tool picks a random moment between your start and end dates. You control the format and the time display. The result shows on the page and in the history list. Range selection, output formats, and a Generated Dates History now come built in.

    How to use this tool

    1. Set the Start Date. The field opens with 1970-01-01.
    2. Set the End Date. The field opens with today.
    3. Tick Include time in output if you need hours, minutes, and seconds.
    4. Pick an Output Format. Choose Local Format, MM/DD/YYYY, YYYY-MM-DD, DD/MM/YYYY, or Full Date.
    5. Click Generate Random Date. Your result appears at the top.
    6. Review Generated Dates History. The last ten results stay in the list.
    7. Click Clear History to wipe the list when you want a fresh start.

    Inputs and options explained

    Start Date

    This sets the earliest date in your range. Pick any valid calendar date with the date picker. The generator includes this day in the pool.

    End Date

    This sets the latest date in your range. Pick any valid calendar date with the date picker. Set it to the same day or a later day than the start.

    Include time in output

    Turn this on to show the time with the date. The time uses your device time zone. The format follows your local settings.

    Output Format

    What the output means

    The result headline reads Random Date: followed by your formatted value. With time checked, you also see a local time string. Without time checked, the display shows only the date. The history list records each formatted result for quick review.

    Notes and limits

    Examples

    Tips for clean results

    Frequently asked questions

    Does the generator include the start and end days

    Yes, both boundary days sit in the draw.

    How random is each pick

    Every moment in the chosen span has the same chance.

    Why does Local Format look different on two devices

    Each device holds its own locale settings. The tool follows those settings.

    How many results stay in history

    The list keeps the latest ten entries. New picks push out the oldest.

    What happens if I press Clear History

    The list wipes clean and shows a friendly empty state.

    Why use this random date generator

    It saves time on test data and creative prompts. It reduces manual picking and copy errors. It also gives clear formats for safe sharing. Use it for work, study, or quick brainstorming.

    Pro tip: Pick ISO for data work and Full Date for people. That small choice helps readers and tools alike.