EAN-8 Barcode Generator

Create compact EAN-8 barcodes for small products and limited spaces.

Enter 7 digits (check digit will be calculated)

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What is an EAN-8 Barcode?

EAN-8 is a shortened version of the EAN-13 barcode, containing only 8 digits. It's designed for use on small products where a full EAN-13 barcode would be too large. Despite its compact size, EAN-8 retains the same structure with country code, product code, and check digit.

Want to learn more about EAN-8 barcodes? Read our complete guide to EAN-8 for small product packaging, GS1 requirements, and when to use compact barcodes.

How to Use This Generator

Creating an EAN-8 barcode is simple:

  1. Enter 7 or 8 digits (if you provide 7 digits, the check digit will be calculated automatically)
  2. Click 'Generate Barcode' to create your EAN-8 barcode
  3. Customize appearance in advanced options if needed (optional)
  4. Download your barcode as SVG, PNG (multiple resolutions), or PDF

Common Use Cases

EAN-8 barcodes are ideal for:

  • Small products like cosmetics, candy bars, and travel-size items
  • Packaging with limited space for barcode placement
  • Products where a full EAN-13 would be visually overwhelming

Test Your Barcode

After generating your EAN-8 barcode, verify it scans correctly before printing on small product packaging. 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.