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Barcode Generator
Make Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A and other barcodes, then download them as PNG or SVG.
Which type do I need? Use Code 128 for internal labels, inventory and shipping — it encodes any text. Retail products sold in shops need EAN-13 (or UPC-A in North America) with a number officially issued by GS1; making one up will clash with real products. The last digit of EAN and UPC codes is a check digit — enter one digit less and it’s calculated for you. Keep dark bars on a light background for reliable scanning.
About the Barcode Generator
The Barcode Generator creates Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A, EAN-8, UPC-E, Code 39, ITF-14, Codabar, MSI Plessey and Pharmacode barcodes. Customise the bar width, height, text size and colours, choose whether to show the number, and download as PNG for labels, products, inventory, libraries and shipping cartons.
How to use the Barcode Generator
- Choose the barcode type.
- Enter the value to encode.
- Adjust the bar width, height, text size and colours.
- Download the barcode.
Frequently asked questions
Which barcode type should I use?
Use EAN-13 or UPC-A for retail products, Code 128 for general text and inventory labels, and ITF-14 for shipping cartons.
Can I make a barcode for a product to sell in shops?
You can generate the image, but retail barcodes need a registered number from GS1 so shops can identify your product.
Why won’t my EAN-13 value work?
EAN-13 needs exactly 12 or 13 digits, and the last digit is a check digit calculated from the others.