Return the seconds, according to universal time:
The getUTCSeconds() method returns the seconds (from 0 to 59) of the specified date and time, according to universal time.
The UTC methods calculate their date assuming that the date object is of local time and date.
Tip: The Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) is the time set by the World Time Standard.
Note: UTC time is the same as GMT time.
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The getUTCSeconds() method is supported in all major browsers.
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Number | A Number, from 0-59, representing the seconds |
| JavaScript Version: | 1.3 |
|---|
Display the UTC time
How to use getUTCHours(), getUTCMinutes(), and getUTCSeconds() to display the universal time.
JavaScript Date Object
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