How to Add Timestamp to Photos (5 Free Methods)

Method 1: OverlayPhoto Web Editor

The fastest way to add a timestamp to any photo — no download, no signup, works in any browser.

1. Go to overlayphoto.com/edit
2. Upload your photo (drag & drop or click to browse)
3. Click the Overlays tab in the toolbar
4. Select Timestamp from the overlay options
5. Choose your format (classic, digital, ISO 8601, Japanese, etc.)
6. Adjust position by dragging the overlay on the canvas
7. Click Download to save your photo with the timestamp

Method 2: VibeCam Mobile App

If you want timestamps added in real-time before you shoot, VibeCam is the only app that bakes overlays into the photo at capture time.

• Download VibeCam from Google Play or use the web editor for browser-based timestamp overlays.
• Open the camera and swipe through overlay categories
• Select Timestamp → choose from 10 styles
• Take your photo — the timestamp is permanently embedded

VibeCam offers 6 free timestamp styles and 4 premium styles (Unix Epoch, Relative Time, Analog Clock, Day Counter).

Method 3: Camera Settings

Most digital cameras and some phone camera apps have a built-in date stamp option. Check your camera settings for "Date Stamp" or "Time Stamp" — usually found under Display or Shooting settings. Note: this method embeds the stamp permanently and usually offers limited customization.

Method 4: Bulk Timestamp with EXIF Data

For photographers who need to add timestamps to hundreds of photos, use EXIF-based tools that read the capture date from photo metadata and overlay it. Our batch tools can process multiple images at once.

Method 5: Social Media Overlays

Instagram Stories and TikTok have built-in date stickers. These are quick but limited to those platforms and disappear after 24 hours (Stories). For permanent timestamps, use Method 1 or 2.

Which Method Should You Use?