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Free EAN-13 Barcode Generator | EAN 13 Generator

Create a free EAN-13 barcode online from a valid 13-digit EAN-13 value. Download your barcode as PNG, SVG, or PDF for products, retail, and labels.

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About this tool

Create an EAN-13 barcode online with BarcodeYard. Enter a valid 13-digit EAN-13 identifier to generate a machine-readable barcode for compatible retail products, product identification, labels, and related workflows. Download the finished barcode as PNG, SVG, or PDF.

How it works

  1. 1.Choose the barcode format that matches your use case and data.
  2. 2.Enter the barcode value and let BarcodeYard validate supported formats where applicable.
  3. 3.Generate the barcode and download it as PNG, SVG, or PDF, or send it to print.

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Learn what EAN means, how EAN-13 works, and where it is used.

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UPC and EAN resources

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Frequently asked questions

What is an EAN-13 barcode used for?

EAN-13 is a 13-digit product barcode widely used for retail product identification around the world.

How many digits does an EAN-13 barcode contain?

An EAN-13 value contains 13 digits, including a final check digit used to validate the number.

What is the difference between EAN-13 and UPC-A?

UPC-A uses 12 digits, while EAN-13 uses 13 digits. They are both used for product identification, and many retail systems can work with both formats.

Can I download my EAN-13 barcode?

Yes. BarcodeYard can export the generated barcode as PNG, SVG, or PDF, or send it to print.

How do I create an EAN-13 barcode?

Enter a valid 13-digit EAN-13 value in the generator, create the barcode, then download it as PNG, SVG, or PDF. BarcodeYard creates the symbol from your identifier; it does not assign an official product number.

Can I create an EAN-13 barcode for free?

Yes. BarcodeYard lets you create an EAN-13 barcode online for free without installing software or creating an account.

What is the difference between EAN-13 and UPC-A?

EAN-13 normally contains 13 digits, while UPC-A contains 12. Both are used for product identification, and the correct format depends on the identifier assigned to your product and the requirements of the system that will scan it.