Barcode Generator

Generate various types of barcodes online for free. Support EAN-13, UPC, Code128, Code39 and more with customizable size and format.

Barcode Generator Tool Introduction

A professional Barcode Generator tool that creates high-quality barcodes for product labeling, inventory management, and asset tracking. Generate multiple barcode formats including EAN-13, UPC-A, Code128, Code39, ITF-14, and more. Perfect for retail businesses, warehouses, manufacturers, and logistics companies.

Ideal for product packaging, inventory systems, shipping labels, asset management, library systems, and point-of-sale applications. Features include multiple barcode formats, customizable dimensions, adjustable text display, and export in various image formats.

All barcodes are generated locally in your browser using industry-standard encoding algorithms, ensuring accuracy and compliance with international barcode standards. No server communication required.

Barcode Generator User Guide

Getting Started

Creating barcodes is quick and easy:

Basic Usage

  1. Select Format: Choose the barcode format that matches your needs (EAN-13, UPC, Code128, etc.).
  2. Enter Data: Input the data to encode (numbers, text, or alphanumeric).
  3. Customize: Adjust width, height, and text display options.
  4. Generate: Click "Generate" to create your barcode instantly.
  5. Download: Save your barcode as PNG, SVG, or PDF.

Supported Barcode Formats

  • EAN-13: European Article Number, 13 digits - Standard for retail products
  • EAN-8: Compact version, 8 digits - For small products
  • UPC-A: Universal Product Code, 12 digits - North American standard
  • UPC-E: Compact UPC, 6-8 digits - For small packages
  • Code128: High-density, alphanumeric - Versatile for various applications
  • Code39: Alphanumeric with symbols - Common in non-retail
  • ITF-14: Interleaved 2 of 5, 14 digits - For shipping containers
  • MSI: Modified Plessey - For inventory and warehouse
  • Pharmacode: Pharmaceutical binary code - For pharmaceutical packaging
  • Codabar: Numeric with special characters - For libraries and blood banks

Key Features

  • Multiple Formats: Support for 10+ barcode standards
  • Customizable Size: Adjust width and height independently
  • Text Display: Show or hide human-readable text
  • Font Options: Customize text font and size
  • Background Color: Set custom background colors
  • Line Color: Customize barcode line colors
  • Margin Control: Adjust quiet zones around barcode
  • Batch Generation: Create multiple barcodes at once
  • Export Formats: Download as PNG, SVG, or PDF
  • Print Ready: High-resolution output for professional printing

Format Selection Guide

  • Retail Products: Use EAN-13 (international) or UPC-A (North America)
  • Small Products: Use EAN-8 or UPC-E for limited space
  • Shipping/Logistics: Use Code128 or ITF-14 for packages
  • Inventory Management: Use Code39 or Code128 for flexibility
  • Library Systems: Use Codabar for book tracking
  • Pharmaceutical: Use Pharmacode for medication packaging
  • Warehouse: Use MSI or Code128 for asset tracking

Best Practices

  • Ensure sufficient contrast between bars and background
  • Maintain adequate quiet zones (white space) around barcode
  • Test barcodes with actual scanners before mass printing
  • Use appropriate size based on scanning distance
  • Choose the right format for your industry and region
  • Verify data accuracy before generating
  • Use high-resolution output for printing
  • Store barcode data in your database for reference

Use Cases

  • Retail: Product labeling and point-of-sale scanning
  • Inventory: Stock tracking and warehouse management
  • Shipping: Package identification and tracking
  • Manufacturing: Work-in-progress tracking
  • Healthcare: Patient identification and medication tracking
  • Library: Book and media cataloging
  • Asset Management: Equipment and tool tracking
  • Ticketing: Event admission and validation

Frequently Asked Questions