Timeago.js is a lightweight JavaScript library for converting timestamps into a human-readable format such as '2 hours ago' or '3 days ago'. It provides a simple way to display relative timestamps on web pages without the need for complex date formatting logic. Timeago.js is easy to integrate into web applications and supports multiple languages for localization.
Compared to other date formatting libraries, Timeago.js excels in its simplicity and focus on relative time display. It is actively maintained and offers a straightforward solution for displaying dynamic and user-friendly timestamps in real-time applications.
Alternatives: moment, date-fns, luxon
Tags: javascripttimestamprelative-timedate-formattinglocalization