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Free Barcode Generator

Type text or numbers, pick a format, and download your barcode as a PNG or SVG. Free, no sign-up, no watermark.

About these barcode formats

Code 128

Code 128: The most flexible format. It encodes any ASCII text and is commonly used on shipping labels, receipts, and inventory tracking.

EAN-13

EAN-13: Used for retail products worldwide (13 numeric digits).

UPC-A

UPC-A: Used for retail products in North America (12 numeric digits).

Code 39

Code 39: An older format supporting uppercase letters and numbers, widely used in industrial and logistics applications.

ITF-14

ITF-14: Used on shipping cartons, pallets, and wholesale packaging (14 numeric digits).

đź’ˇ GS1 Notice: Barcodes created with this free tool encode whatever text or number you enter. Printing a product number on a label or receipt does not automatically register it with GS1, the organization that assigns official global retail product barcode numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about generating barcodes. Can't find what you're looking for? Contact us at [email protected].

Code 128 is the best choice for general text, alphanumeric strings, and receipt numbers. For products sold in stores, EAN-13 is used internationally, while UPC-A is standard in North America.
UPC-A uses 12 digits and is primarily used in North America (US and Canada). EAN-13 uses 13 digits and is the international retail barcode standard used across Europe, Asia, and worldwide.
Yes! Modern smartphone cameras and dedicated scanner apps can easily scan Code 128, UPC-A, EAN-13, and Code 39 barcodes displayed on screens or printed on paper.
Barcodes generated for internal inventory, receipts, asset tracking, or personal use do not require registration. Official retail product barcodes sold in stores must be registered through GS1.

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