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Free Barcode Generator

Create barcodes and QR codes instantly online. Choose from 9 formats including CODE128, EAN-13, UPC-A, ITF-14, and QR Code. Customize colors and size, then download as PNG, SVG, or JPG - no account required.

Barcode Settings

2px
100px
Colors

Preview

No account needed

Generate barcodes and QR codes for free, instantly — no sign-up required.

PNG, SVG, and JPG export

Download in PNG, SVG, or JPG format - crisp and print-ready for labels, packaging, and digital use.

Full customization

Choose format, size, colors, and error correction level for your exact use case.

How to Generate A Barcode in 3 Steps

No software to install. No account needed. Works on any browser.

1

Select a Format

Pick the barcode type that matches your use case - CODE128 for shipping, EAN-13 for retail, QR code for digital content, and more.

2

Enter Your Data

Type in your product number, serial code, URL, or any text. The barcode preview updates live as you type. Adjust colors, height, and line width to match your label design.

3

Download Your Barcode

Click Download and choose PNG, SVG, or JPG. Save your barcode as a high-quality file ready to use on product labels, shipping labels, or marketing materials.

Barcode Types Explained

Not sure which format to use? Here is a quick reference for all 9 barcode types supported by this free barcode generator.

Format Type Best For
Code 128 1D Shipping, logistics, internal inventory
Code 39 1D Government, automotive, defense
EAN-13 1D Retail products sold internationally
EAN-8 1D Small product packaging
UPC-A 1D Retail products sold in North America
ITF-14 1D Outer cartons and wholesale packaging
MSI Plessey 1D Warehouse shelf labels and inventory bins
Pharmacode 1D Pharmaceutical packaging
QR Code 2D URLs, contact cards, Wi-Fi, digital content

Who Uses a Free Barcode Generator?

Barcodes are used across industries wherever items need to be tracked, identified, or linked to digital information.

Retail and E-commerce

Generate EAN-13 or UPC-A barcodes for product labels, price tags, and point-of-sale scanning. Works for physical stores and online sellers managing inventory across multiple sales channels.

Inventory and Warehouse Management

Use Code 128 or ITF-14 barcodes on storage bins, shelves, pallets, and asset tags. Scan with handheld readers to update stock counts, locate items, and reduce picking errors.

Shipping and Logistics

Create shipping label barcodes in Code 128 or GS1-compatible formats. Carriers, 3PLs, and fulfillment centers rely on barcodes to track parcels through the supply chain from pickup to delivery.

Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals

Pharmacode and Code 128 barcodes appear on medication packaging, specimen labels, and patient wristbands. Accurate barcode scanning reduces medication errors and improves patient safety.

Marketing and QR Campaigns

Add QR codes to packaging, flyers, business cards, and print ads to link customers to product pages, loyalty programs, discount codes, or contact details. Pair with a coupon code generator for promotion campaigns.

Event Ticketing and Asset Tracking

Generate unique barcodes for event tickets, visitor passes, library items, equipment, and office assets. Each barcode ties a physical object to a record in your management system.

Why Use the 99minds Free Barcode Generator?

9

Barcode formats supported

Free

No account, no watermarks

PNG/SVG/JPG

Multiple download formats

Private

Client-side - data never leaves your browser

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about generating, downloading, and using barcodes. From format selection to print-ready export, find quick answers below.

  • A barcode generator is a free online tool that converts text, numbers, or URLs into scannable barcode images. You choose a format (Code 128, QR code, EAN-13, etc.), enter your data, and instantly download a print-ready barcode - no sign-up required.

  • Yes. The tool is completely free with no account, no watermarks, and no limits. Generate and download unlimited barcodes instantly as PNG, SVG, or JPG files.

  • It supports the most widely used 1D and 2D formats: Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, ITF-14, MSI, Pharmacode, and QR Code - covering retail, logistics, healthcare, and industrial use cases.

  • Use EAN-13 (international) or UPC-A (North America) for retail point-of-sale. Use Code 128 for shipping and internal inventory. Use QR code for URLs, menus, or any digital content linked from print.

  • 1. Select a barcode format from the dropdown. 2. Enter your text, number, or URL in the data field. 3. Customize colors, height, and line width as needed. 4. The preview updates instantly. 5. Click Download and choose PNG, SVG, or JPG. No account needed.

  • Yes. Enter a 12-digit number and the tool automatically calculates and appends the correct check digit. For retail distribution, EAN-13 numbers should also be registered with GS1 to ensure global uniqueness.

  • Amazon and most major marketplaces require GS1-registered GTINs. Freely generated barcodes without a GS1 prefix may be rejected. For Amazon, Walmart, or similar platforms, purchase a registered GS1 barcode through GS1's official website.

  • 1D barcodes (like Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A) encode data in a single row of parallel lines and are read by laser scanners. QR codes are 2D barcodes that store data in a grid pattern, can encode much more information, and are scanned by smartphone cameras or 2D imaging scanners.

  • Yes. The PNG output is suitable for most print uses including product labels, shipping labels, and marketing materials. For best results at small print sizes, increase the height and line width settings before downloading. Always test scan the printed barcode before a full production run.

  • Common causes: barcode printed too small, missing quiet zones (blank margins around the barcode), low print resolution, wrong format for the data type, or insufficient contrast between bar and background colors. Increase size, keep backgrounds white, and always test scan before production.

  • No. It runs entirely in your browser - no download or installation needed. Any modern browser on desktop or mobile works.

  • Yes. Barcode generation happens client-side in your browser. Your data is never sent to a server, so sensitive information like serial numbers or internal product codes stays on your device.