Tools · Android
Age Calculator
Calculate your exact age in years, months and days, and find your next birthday
Know your exact age, down to the day
Age Calculator instantly works out your exact age in years, months and days from a date of birth, along with how long until your next birthday, your total age in days, and other date-based facts. It's built for the everyday moments a rough 'I'm 27' isn't precise enough — form fields that ask for an exact age, eligibility checks, or just settling a friendly argument about who's older by exactly how much.
Key features
- ✓Exact age in years, months and days from any date of birth
- ✓Countdown to your next birthday
- ✓Total age shown in days, weeks and months for fun or reference
- ✓Compare ages between two people or two dates
- ✓Clean, fast interface with instant results as you pick a date
- ✓Useful for eligibility checks, forms and official age requirements
- ✓Share your calculated age easily with others
- ✓Works entirely offline — no data connection needed
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Read article →Frequently asked questions
How accurate is the age calculation?+
The calculator works out your exact age down to the day, accounting for varying month lengths and leap years, not just a rough estimate based on birth year.
Can I calculate age as of a specific date, not just today?+
Yes, you can calculate age as of any chosen date, not only the current date — useful for eligibility checks tied to a specific cutoff date.
Does the app tell me how many days until my next birthday?+
Yes, alongside your exact current age, the app shows a countdown to your next birthday.
Does the app need an internet connection?+
No, age calculation works entirely offline, since it's a straightforward date calculation done on your device.
Is the app free to use?+
Yes, Age Calculator is free to download and use from the Google Play Store.