## Definition and Usage
The `datetime` attribute specifies the date and time when the text was deleted.
The `datetime` attribute is used to indicate the date and time of a deletion in the document. If this attribute is not specified, the browser will attempt to determine the date/time itself.
## Example
My favorite color is blue red.
## Browser Support
| Attribute | Chrome | IE | Firefox | Safari | Opera |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| datetime | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
## Differences Between HTML 4.01 and HTML5
The `datetime` attribute is new in HTML5.
## Attribute Values
| Value | Description |
| :--- | :--- |
| *datetime* | Defines the date and time when the text was deleted. |
## Related Pages
HTML Reference: [HTML `
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