UPC-A Barcode Generator

Create UPC-A barcodes for North American retail products instantly.

Enter 11 digits (check digit will be calculated)

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What is a UPC-A Barcode?

UPC-A (Universal Product Code) is the standard barcode format for retail products in the United States and Canada. It consists of 12 digits, including a manufacturer identification number, product code, and check digit. UPC-A is the most common barcode you'll see on products in North American stores.

Want to learn more about UPC-A barcodes? Read our complete guide to UPC-A for technical details, retail applications, and implementation best practices.

How to Use This Generator

Creating a UPC-A barcode is simple:

  1. Enter 11 or 12 digits (if you provide 11 digits, the check digit will be calculated automatically)
  2. Click 'Generate Barcode' to create your UPC-A barcode
  3. Customize colors and size in advanced options (optional)
  4. Download your barcode as SVG, PNG (multiple resolutions), or PDF

Common Use Cases

UPC-A barcodes are essential for:

  • Retail products sold in the United States and Canada
  • Point-of-sale systems and inventory management
  • E-commerce platforms and online marketplaces like Amazon

Test Your Barcode

After generating your UPC-A barcode, verify it scans correctly before printing on 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 compatibility with retail scanners. Test your barcode with our free scanner.