EAN-13 Barcode Generator

Create EAN-13 barcodes for retail products instantly. Free, fast, and secure.

Enter 12 digits (check digit will be calculated)

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What is an EAN-13 Barcode?

EAN-13 (European Article Number) is the most widely used barcode format worldwide for retail products. It consists of 13 digits and includes a country code, manufacturer code, product code, and check digit. EAN-13 barcodes are used on virtually all consumer products sold in stores globally.

Want to learn more about EAN-13 barcodes? Read our complete guide to EAN-13 for technical details, industry applications, and best practices.

How to Use This Generator

Creating an EAN-13 barcode is simple:

  1. Enter 12 or 13 digits (if you provide 12 digits, the check digit will be calculated automatically)
  2. Click 'Generate Barcode' to create your EAN-13 barcode
  3. Customize appearance using advanced options (optional)
  4. Download your barcode as SVG, PNG (multiple resolutions), or PDF

Common Use Cases

EAN-13 barcodes are essential for:

  • Retail product identification and point-of-sale scanning
  • Inventory management and stock control systems
  • International product distribution and e-commerce

Test Your Barcode

After generating your EAN-13 barcode, it's important to verify it works correctly before printing in bulk. Use our free barcode scanner to test your codes instantly - simply scan with your camera or upload an image to ensure proper encoding and readability. Test your barcode with our free scanner.