Converting Minutes to Milliseconds
When programming long delays or timeouts, you think in minutes but code in milliseconds. This conversion bridges that gap.
The conversion: 1 minute = 60,000 milliseconds (60 seconds × 1,000 ms).
Common Programming Uses
- Session timeouts - Auto-logout after inactivity
- Token expiration - JWT and refresh tokens
- Polling intervals - Check for updates periodically
- Countdown timers - Game timers, quizzes
- Cache TTL - Data refresh intervals
Reference Table
| Minutes | Milliseconds |
|---|---|
| 1 | 60,000 |
| 5 | 300,000 |
| 10 | 600,000 |
| 15 | 900,000 |
| 30 | 1,800,000 |
| 60 | 3,600,000 |
How to Convert Minutes to Milliseconds
Steps
- Enter minutes for your desired timeout
- See milliseconds for your code
- Copy into your timer or configuration
The Formula
Milliseconds = Minutes × 60,000
Examples
- 5 minutes: 5 × 60,000 = 300,000 ms
- 15 minutes: 15 × 60,000 = 900,000 ms
- 30 minutes: 30 × 60,000 = 1,800,000 ms
Code Example
15-minute session timeout:
const SESSION_TIMEOUT = 900000; // 15 min setTimeout(logout, SESSION_TIMEOUT);
Features
Large Value Support
Convert hours-long intervals (60+ minutes) accurately.
Instant Results
Milliseconds appear immediately as you type.
Reversible
Swap to convert milliseconds to minutes.
Copy Ready
Copy large millisecond values without counting zeros.
Reference Table
Common minute-to-ms conversions displayed.
Developer Productivity
- No typos - Avoid zero-counting errors
- Quick lookup - Faster than mental math
- Consistent - Same result every time
Frequently Asked Questions
How many milliseconds is 1 minute?
1 minute equals 60,000 milliseconds.
What is 15 minutes in milliseconds?
15 minutes equals 900,000 milliseconds. This is a common session timeout value.
How many milliseconds in 30 minutes?
30 minutes equals 1,800,000 milliseconds.
What is a good session timeout?
Typically 15-30 minutes (900,000 - 1,800,000 ms) for web applications. Banking apps may use shorter timeouts.
How do I set a 1-hour timer in milliseconds?
1 hour = 60 minutes = 3,600,000 milliseconds.
Why do configurations use milliseconds?
Milliseconds are the standard time unit in most programming languages and provide precision without dealing with floating point numbers.
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