Random Date Generator

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

• Local Format shows the date in your device style. Month order and separators follow your locale.
• MM/DD/YYYY shows month, day, then year. Example 12/31/2024.
• YYYY-MM-DD shows year, month, then day. Good for sorting and data files.
• DD/MM/YYYY shows day, month, then year. Example 31/12/2024.
• Full Date shows a readable line. Example January 1, 2024.

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

• Set both dates using the pickers for clean input.
• Start Date comes before or matches End Date.
• The tool uses your device time zone for time output.
• Local Format and time labels follow your locale settings.
• Leap years and month lengths work as you expect.
• The history keeps the most recent ten results.
• Refreshing the page clears the history list.

Examples

• Testing forms: Range 2000-01-01 to 2020-12-31, format YYYY-MM-DD, quick sample dates for checks.
• Content writing: Need a random date for a story hook, pick Full Date for smooth reading.
• Classroom: Create practice dates for math drills, use DD/MM/YYYY in regions that prefer it.
• Data work: Use ISO format for stable sorting, then copy results into a sheet.
• Simulation: Add time for event windows, stress test your timeline logic.

Tips for clean results

• Set a narrow window for focused outputs.
• Pick ISO format for file names and logs.
• Pick Local Format for user facing screens.
• Use Full Date for readable prose and captions.
• Toggle time on for scheduling tests, off for simple picks.
• Scan the history to spot repeats at a glance.

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.