Quick Reference
The MySQL SUBDATE() function subtracts a time/date interval from a date and then returns the new date.
SELECT SUBDATE('2023-06-15', INTERVAL 2 MONTH);Output
SUBDATE('2023-06-15', INTERVAL 2 MONTH)
2023-04-15Syntax
SUBDATE(date, INTERVAL value unit)
// or
SUBDATE(date, days)Parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| date | The original date (required) |
| days | The number of days to subtract from date (required) |
| value | The value (positive or negative) of the time/date interval to subtract (required) |
| unit | The type of interval (required)
|
SQL Notes:
- Any work being done to modify the structure of a database or delete tables or the the database itself should only be done after making a recent backup
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