A real barcode generator that does what the others don't
Most free online barcode generators hand you a small, watermarked PNG of a single 1D barcode and stop there. This tool exposes a tested 68-format catalog from the bwip-js engine in your browser: 1D and 2D codes, GS1 application-identifier support, automatic check digits, and clean vector (SVG) output you can scale without blurring. Nothing you type is uploaded anywhere.
Just need a QR code? Use the purpose-built QR code generator for URLs, Wi-Fi, vCard and more. Want a full desktop app that prints directly to label printers and bulk-generates from Excel? That's the free barcode generator software below.
Supported barcode types
| Type | Best for | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Code 128 | Logistics, shipping, warehouse | 1D |
| GS1-128 | Supply chain, expiry/lot (AI data) | 1D |
| Code 39 / 93 | Industrial, government, healthcare | 1D |
| EAN-13 / EAN-8 | Retail products, supermarkets | 1D |
| UPC-A / UPC-E | North American retail | 1D |
| ITF-14 / I2of5 | Cartons, outer packaging | 1D |
| Codabar / MSI | Libraries, inventory | 1D |
| QR Code | URLs, vCards, Wi-Fi, packaging | 2D |
| Data Matrix / GS1 DM | Small parts, electronics, pharma | 2D |
| PDF417 | IDs, boarding passes, large data | 2D |
| Aztec | Transit tickets, small media | 2D |
| DataBar family | Coupons, produce and compact GS1 labels | 1D / stacked |
| MaxiCode / DotCode / Han Xin | Logistics and specialized matrix workflows | 2D |
| POSTNET / Intelligent Mail / Royal Mail | Postal routing and mail automation | Postal |
| HIBC / Pharmacode / PZN | Healthcare and pharmaceutical identification | 1D / 2D |
How to generate a barcode
- Pick a barcode type from the dropdown.
- Type your data — a product code, URL, or GS1
(AI)string. - Adjust size, colors, quiet zone and rotation to taste.
- Download as PNG, SVG or PDF.
For how to choose a symbology, set X-dimension and quiet zones, and keep scans reliable in print, read the barcode printing guide.
Embed this barcode generator on your site
Free to embed — just keep the attribution link. Great for help centers, supplier portals and intranets.
Frequently asked questions
Is this barcode generator really free?
Yes — no signup, no watermark, no limits. Everything runs in your browser, so nothing you type is uploaded.
Can I download a vector (SVG)?
Yes. Download as scalable SVG, high-resolution PNG, or a print-ready PDF.
Are EAN/UPC check digits automatic?
Yes. Enter the data digits and the check digit is calculated and validated for you.
How do I print to a Zebra or TSC printer?
Download the image and print it, or use the free LabelInn app to place the barcode on a full label and print directly — including bulk runs from Excel.
Need a QR code instead? Try the dedicated QR code generator. Prefer a full desktop app that prints and bulk-generates from Excel? See our free barcode generator software, or explore all LabelInn features.