Change Created and Modified Date
of Your Files
on Windows

Simple, secure, and private.
No privacy-related data storage.

Explore Features

Modify File Timestamps

Select your files and set the desired date below

Upload files

or drag and drop

Any file type supported

Maximum 5 files per upload, 100MB in total per upload

Powerful Features

Precise Time Control

Set exact time down to the second. Supports Modified Date and Created Date on files which you want to change.

Privacy First

We never store your files or any other privacy-related data.

Timezone Smart

Automatic timezone detection ensures the time which you set are always accurate.

Batch Processing

Process multiple files at once, saving time and effort when you need to modify timestamps for a large number of files.

How to change file date

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1. Select Files

Choose the files you want to modify from your computer

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2. Set Times

Set the date which you want to modify for the selected files

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3. Download

Press "Click to modify" button and get your modified files instantly

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4. Extract Files

Properly extract your files to preserve the modified timestamps

Important: Proper File Extraction

When extracting your modified files, it's crucial to use the correct settings to preserve the created date and modified date you previously changed.

Click on each extractor below to see detailed instructions:

WinRAR Settings

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Right-click on the downloaded RAR file and select "Extract files..."

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In the extraction dialog, click on "Advanced" tab

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Ensure "Set modification time", "Set creation time" and "Set last access time" is checked

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Click "OK" to extract with preserved timestamps

Note: If it doesn't work, please try 7-Zip.

7-Zip Settings

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Right-click on the RAR file and select "7-Zip" → "Extract files..."

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The extraction dialog will appear. Click "OK" to extract while maintaining file timestamps

Note: If it doesn't work, please try WinRAR.

Additional Tips for Timestamp Preservation

Verify After Extraction

Always check file properties after extraction to confirm timestamps are preserved correctly.

Avoid Default Extractors

Windows built-in extractor may not preserve timestamps. Use WinRAR or 7-Zip for best results.

Batch Processing

For multiple files, extract all at once to maintain consistency across all modified timestamps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our service

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What kinds of files can ChangeDater modify?

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Why doesn't ChangeDater provide file access time modification functionality?

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Will ChangeDater affect file content?

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How accurate are the file dates that ChangeDater can change?

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Why isn't the modified file time (especially Created Date) the time I previously set?

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Why do file created date and modified date change when moving files or sending/receiving files over the network? How to prevent this?

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