Age Calculator
Calculate your exact age with our free online tool. Discover how many years, months, weeks, days, hours, and minutes you've been alive.
Understanding Age Calculation
Age calculation might seem simple, but there are several factors to consider when determining exact age:
How Age is Calculated
Our age calculator uses precise date arithmetic to determine your exact age. It accounts for:
- Leap years - Extra days in February affect month calculations
- Varying month lengths - Months have 28-31 days
- Time zones - Calculations use your local time
- Current time - Age updates to include hours and minutes
Why Calculate Your Exact Age?
Knowing your precise age is useful for:
- Legal purposes - Age verification for contracts and applications
- Medical contexts - Precise age tracking for healthcare
- Milestone celebrations - Planning birthdays and anniversaries
- Personal curiosity - Understanding your life timeline
Age Calculation Methods
Different cultures calculate age differently:
- Western method - Age increases on birthday
- East Asian traditional - Considered 1 year old at birth
- Academic age - Based on school year cutoffs
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the age calculator?
Our calculator is highly accurate and accounts for leap years, different month lengths, and current time. It provides exact age down to the minute.
Does the calculator work for future dates?
No, the calculator is designed for birth dates in the past. For future date calculations, try our countdown tool.
How do you handle leap years?
The calculator automatically accounts for leap years in all calculations, ensuring accurate age results regardless of birth year.
Is my data stored when I calculate my age?
No, all calculations happen in your browser. We don't store or transmit your birth date or age information.
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