# Get Timestamp The Get Timestamp block is a powerful tool within the GraphLinq IDE that allows users to obtain the current Unix timestamp with precision. A Unix timestamp represents the number of seconds that have elapsed since the "Unix epoch," which serves as a reference point set to January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). By utilizing the Get Timestamp block, developers can capture the current date and time precisely, providing a reliable foundation for time-based operations and calculations. This block is especially useful in scenarios where real-time data is crucial, such as timestamping events, logging data, or synchronizing actions across multiple systems. The timestamp generated by the Get Timestamp block can be further manipulated, formatted, or compared with other time-related data in the graph, unlocking numerous possibilities for creating sophisticated workflows and applications. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.graphlinq.io/dev-tooling/blocks/time/get-timestamp.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.