{"id":368160,"date":"2024-01-19T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/?p=368160"},"modified":"2024-02-19T23:21:48","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T17:51:48","slug":"fix-wrong-date-and-time-on-mac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/fix-wrong-date-and-time-on-mac\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways to Fix the Wrong Date and Time on Mac"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you ever glanced at your Mac&#8217;s clock only to find it displaying the wrong time? There&#8217;s nothing more jarring than a scheduling change that throws your whole day off. But fear not! This article will guide you on how to fix the wrong date and time on your Mac quickly and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_1.jpg\" alt=\"Fix the Wrong Date and Time on Mac\" class=\"wp-image-368559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_1-684x385.jpg 684w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, why exactly does your MacBook sometimes forget what day it is? The culprit could be a variety of suspects: automatic time settings misbehaving, a misconfigured time zone, a network issue, a drained CMOS battery, or even a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/30498\/what-is-pram-smc-mac-reset\/\">sneaky PRAM glitch<\/a>. With this out of the way, let&#8217;s see the steps to fix the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Fix the Wrong Date and Time on Mac | Incorrect Date and Time on Mac?\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qjfw0NOhoUQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-set-date-and-time-to-update-automatically\">1. Set Date and Time to Update Automatically<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Setting the date and time to update automatically on your Mac is the easiest way to fix your Mac displaying incorrect information. Follow the steps below to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Click on the Apple menu and select System Settings from the drop-down menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1466\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png\" alt=\"Click on the Apple menu\" class=\"wp-image-368575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png 1466w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-1024x645.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-768x484.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-611x385.png 611w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1466px) 100vw, 1466px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Go to General and select the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: You may be asked to enter your administrator\u2019s password.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1462\" height=\"1301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15.png\" alt=\"select the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option\" class=\"wp-image-368573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15.png 1462w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-1024x911.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-768x683.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-433x385.png 433w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1462px) 100vw, 1462px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Finally, under \u2018Date &amp; Time,\u2019 toggle on \u2018Set time and date automatically.\u2019&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1462\" height=\"1301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_14.png\" alt=\"toggle on \u2018Set time and date automatically'\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-368572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_14.png 1462w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_14-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_14-1024x911.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_14-768x683.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_14-433x385.png 433w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1462px) 100vw, 1462px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s it. Based on your timezone, your Mac\u2019s time will get updated automatically. If your MacBook still shows the wrong date and time, move to the next method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also Read<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/how-to-create-and-use-safari-profiles\/\">How to create Safari profiles on iPhone and Mac<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-check-the-time-server-on-your-mac\">2. Check the Time Server on Your Mac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, computers, including Macs, rely on their internal clock, but it can drift over time, accumulating a sizable variation. This is where time servers come in. These specialized computers connected to the internet maintain the official, precise time for their region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"851\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/1_synchronize-windows-10-time-microsoft-server-featured-image_4d470f76dc99e18ad75087b1b8410ea9.jpg\" alt=\"Time Server\" class=\"wp-image-167766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/1_synchronize-windows-10-time-microsoft-server-featured-image_4d470f76dc99e18ad75087b1b8410ea9.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/1_synchronize-windows-10-time-microsoft-server-featured-image_4d470f76dc99e18ad75087b1b8410ea9-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/1_synchronize-windows-10-time-microsoft-server-featured-image_4d470f76dc99e18ad75087b1b8410ea9-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/1_synchronize-windows-10-time-microsoft-server-featured-image_4d470f76dc99e18ad75087b1b8410ea9-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How does it work? Well, your computer regularly (often every few minutes) checks in with a time server, usually one specified by your operating system or network. The time server sends back the exact, authoritative time. Your computer then adjusts its internal clock to match, keeping it synchronized with the world. Here&#8217;s how to set it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Click on the Apple menu and select System Settings from the drop-down menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1466\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png\" alt=\"Click on the Apple menu\" class=\"wp-image-368575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png 1466w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-1024x645.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-768x484.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-611x385.png 611w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1466px) 100vw, 1466px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Go to General and select the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1462\" height=\"1301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15.png\" alt=\"select the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option\" class=\"wp-image-368573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15.png 1462w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-1024x911.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-768x683.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-433x385.png 433w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1462px) 100vw, 1462px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Enable the \u2018Set time and date automatically\u2019 option, if not already. Now, click on the Set button next to Source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1458\" height=\"1301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_13.png\" alt=\"click on the Set button\" class=\"wp-image-368571\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_13.png 1458w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_13-300x268.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_13-1024x914.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_13-768x685.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_13-431x385.png 431w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1458px) 100vw, 1458px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will be asked to authenticate with your admin password. You can enter the password or use Touch ID to unlock it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Finally, delete the existing entry, replace it with a new time server, and click Done in the pop-up. Below are some of the few time servers you can avail of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">pool.ntp.org (Recommended)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">time.cloudflare.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">time.windows.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">time.google.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"966\" height=\"312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_12.png\" alt=\"replace it with a new time server\" class=\"wp-image-368570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_12.png 966w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_12-300x97.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_12-768x248.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_12-750x242.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 966px) 100vw, 966px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regardless of which time server you go with, this method should fix the wrong date and time on your Mac. There&#8217;s another way to update the source using the Terminal; continue reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-update-time-source-on-mac-using-terminal\">3. Update Time Source on Mac Using Terminal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This method may sound complicated. However, if you follow the below steps, it is fairly simple and easy to execute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Press the &#8216;Command + Space&#8217; key on your keyboard to launch the Spotlight search, type <em>Terminal,<\/em> and press the Return key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1227\" height=\"892\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Type-Terminal.png\" alt=\"Type Terminal\" class=\"wp-image-371237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-Terminal.png 1227w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-Terminal-300x218.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-Terminal-1024x744.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-Terminal-768x558.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-Terminal-530x385.png 530w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1227px) 100vw, 1227px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Type the below command and hit the Return key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\">sudo sntp -sS time.apple.com<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: You may be asked to enter your password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1196\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Type-the-below-command-1.png\" alt=\"Type the below command\" class=\"wp-image-371238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-the-below-command-1.png 1196w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-the-below-command-1-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-the-below-command-1-1024x660.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-the-below-command-1-768x495.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Type-the-below-command-1-597x385.png 597w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1196px) 100vw, 1196px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s it. Once it is executed, restart your Mac. Once it comes back, your date and time should have been updated. If this fix doesn&#8217;t resolve the persisting issue, the following method will help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-enable-location-services\">4. Enable Location Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Location Services are the simplest and most efficient way to automatically set a date and time, specifically the time zone. Follow the below-mentioned steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Click on the Apple menu and select System Settings from the drop-down menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1466\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png\" alt=\"Click on the Apple menu\" class=\"wp-image-368575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png 1466w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-1024x645.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-768x484.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-611x385.png 611w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1466px) 100vw, 1466px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Go to General and select the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1462\" height=\"1301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15.png\" alt=\"select the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option\" class=\"wp-image-368573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15.png 1462w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-1024x911.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-768x683.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-433x385.png 433w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1462px) 100vw, 1462px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Toggle on \u2018Set time zone automatically using your current location.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your Mac displays a message saying, \u2018Turn on Location Service to demeter your current location,\u2019 continue with the below steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Go to \u2018Privacy &amp; Security\u2019 from the side pane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1458\" height=\"1301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_19-1.png\" alt=\"Toggle on \u2018Set time zone automatically using your current location\u2019\" class=\"wp-image-368578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_19-1.png 1458w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_19-1-300x268.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_19-1-1024x914.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_19-1-768x685.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_19-1-431x385.png 431w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1458px) 100vw, 1458px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: Choose Location Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1466\" height=\"1305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_10.png\" alt=\"Choose Location Services\" class=\"wp-image-368568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_10.png 1466w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_10-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_10-1024x912.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_10-768x684.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_10-432x385.png 432w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1466px) 100vw, 1466px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 6<\/strong>: Now, toggle on the Location Services option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1458\" height=\"1295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_9.png\" alt=\"toggle on the Location Services option\" class=\"wp-image-368567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_9.png 1458w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_9-300x266.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_9-1024x910.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_9-768x682.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_9-433x385.png 433w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1458px) 100vw, 1458px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 7<\/strong>: Once enabled, scroll down to the bottom of the screen and click Details beside System Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1460\" height=\"1297\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_8.png\" alt=\"click Details beside System Services\" class=\"wp-image-368566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_8.png 1460w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_8-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_8-1024x910.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_8-768x682.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_8-433x385.png 433w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1460px) 100vw, 1460px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 8<\/strong>: Finally, in the \u2018System Services Can Access Your Location For\u2019 modal, toggle on \u2018Setting time zone.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1468\" height=\"1309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_7.png\" alt=\"toggle on \u2018Setting time zone\u2019\" class=\"wp-image-368565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_7.png 1468w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_7-300x268.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_7-1024x913.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_7-768x685.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_7-432x385.png 432w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1468px) 100vw, 1468px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 9<\/strong>: Once enabled, navigate to General and choose the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option. Now, toggle off and toggle on \u2018Set time and date automatically.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This should finally fix any persisting date and time issues. If this didn\u2019t resolve Mac&#8217;s wrong date and time, move on to the next fix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-check-the-time-zone-and-region-settings\">5. Check the Time Zone and Region Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the most common reasons for \u2018Set time and date automatically\u2019 not working or showing the wrong date and time. Thankfully, changing this setting is easy. Follow the instructions below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Click on the Apple menu and select System Settings from the drop-down options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1466\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png\" alt=\"Click on the Apple menu\" class=\"wp-image-368575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png 1466w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-1024x645.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-768x484.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-611x385.png 611w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1466px) 100vw, 1466px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Go to General and select the \u2018Language &amp; Region\u2019 option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1464\" height=\"1297\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_6.png\" alt=\"select the \u2018Language &amp; Region\u2019 option\" class=\"wp-image-368564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_6.png 1464w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_6-300x266.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_6-1024x907.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_6-768x680.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_6-435x385.png 435w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1464px) 100vw, 1464px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Lastly, under \u2018Language &amp; Region,\u2019 click on the drop-down menu next to Region and select your country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: Additionally, you can change other Mac options, such as the measurement system, date or number format, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1462\" height=\"1297\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_5.png\" alt=\"select your country\" class=\"wp-image-368563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_5.png 1462w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_5-300x266.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_5-1024x908.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_5-768x681.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_5-434x385.png 434w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1462px) 100vw, 1462px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once this setting is in place, your Mac\u2019s date and time should be fixed. If your Mac still shows the wrong date and time, we have only one choice: manually change the date and time on the MacBook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also Read<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/macos-how-to-format-usb-flash-drive-to-fat32\/\">How to format USB flash drive to FAT32 on macOS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-change-date-and-time-manually-on-mac\">6. Change Date and Time Manually on Mac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If none of the methods mentioned above help fix the MacBook showing the incorrect date and time, you only have one option &#8211; manually set the date and time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_18.png\" alt=\"Set Date and Time Manually\" class=\"wp-image-368576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_18.png 944w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_18-300x108.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_18-768x277.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_18-750x271.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, there are several drawbacks to manually fixing the date and time on Mac. Firstly, your date and time will not be automatically corrected if you are traveling. If you are in a location that uses daylight saving time, your Mac\u2019s clock will not adjust automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But considering that none of the automatic options worked for you, this is the last and best option to fix the wrong date and time on your Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Click on the Apple menu and select System Settings from the drop-down menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1466\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png\" alt=\"Click on the Apple menu\" class=\"wp-image-368575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17.png 1466w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-1024x645.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-768x484.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_17-611x385.png 611w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1466px) 100vw, 1466px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Go to General and select the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1462\" height=\"1301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15.png\" alt=\"select the \u2018Date &amp; Time\u2019 option\" class=\"wp-image-368573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15.png 1462w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-1024x911.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-768x683.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_15-433x385.png 433w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1462px) 100vw, 1462px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Now, toggle off the \u2018Set time and date automatically\u2019 option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: You may be asked to enter your administrator\u2019s password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Now, click the Set button next to \u2018Date and time.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1458\" height=\"1295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_3.png\" alt=\" click the Set button\" class=\"wp-image-368561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_3.png 1458w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_3-300x266.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_3-1024x910.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_3-768x682.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_3-433x385.png 433w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1458px) 100vw, 1458px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: In the pop-up modal, set the correct date and time and click Set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"954\" height=\"382\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_2.png\" alt=\"click Set\" class=\"wp-image-368560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_2.png 954w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_2-300x120.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_2-768x308.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Fix-the-Wrong-Date-and-Time-on-Mac_2-750x300.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 954px) 100vw, 954px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This should temporarily fix the date and time issue on your Mac. However, it is best to set it to update automatically in the long run. So, try enabling the \u2018Set date and time automatically\u2019 option to check if the issue is resolved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the issue persists,&nbsp;try restarting&nbsp;your Mac, updating to the latest macOS, or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidingtech.com\/boot-mac-in-safe-mode-when-to-use\/\">trying Safe Boot<\/a>&nbsp;to check if any third-party software is causing this unlikely error. If nothing works, contact <a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/\">Apple Support<\/a> to resolve the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs-on-fixing-the-wrong-date-and-time-on-mac\">FAQs on Fixing the Wrong Date and Time on Mac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1704689168480\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. Why does my Mac keep resetting the date and time to the wrong values? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If your Mac consistently resets the date and time, it could indicate a CMOS battery issue. This small battery on the motherboard may need replacement. Visit an authorized service provider for assistance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1704690210003\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. Will fixing the date and time resolve other system issues? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Correcting the date and time is essential for various system functions and applications. However, it may not address all issues. If problems persist, consider troubleshooting other aspects of your system or seeking professional assistance.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quickly-fix-date-and-time\">Quickly Fix Date and Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maintaining accurate date and time settings on your Mac is crucial for seamless application functionality and synchronization. Now that you know how to fix the wrong date and time on your Mac, rectify any discrepancies to ensure your Mac keeps pace with the ticking clock. 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