Generate a scannable EAN-13 barcode — the 13-digit international retail standard used across Europe and most of the world. Type 12 digits and we add the check digit, or paste a full 13-digit code, and the barcode renders instantly in your browser. Download as SVG for print or PNG for screens.
How the ean 13 barcode generator works
Enter your 13-digit EAN (or 12 digits and we add the check digit) and the page encodes it into EAN-13 bars in your browser. The final digit is a GS1 mod-10 check digit derived from the preceding 12, which scanners use to confirm a clean read.
About EAN-13 Barcodes
EAN-13 (European Article Number) is the global retail barcode standard, used on consumer goods nearly everywhere outside North America. It carries 13 digits: a GS1 country/company prefix, an item reference, and a check digit. Because it is a strict superset of UPC-A, EAN-13 is the safest choice for products sold internationally.
Frequently asked questions
- How does the EAN-13 barcode generator work?
- Enter your 13-digit EAN (or 12 digits and we add the check digit) and the page encodes it into EAN-13 bars in your browser. The final digit is a GS1 mod-10 check digit derived from the preceding 12, which scanners use to confirm a clean read.
- Are these EAN-13 barcodes scannable?
- Yes. The symbol follows the EAN-13 specification, so retail scanners and phone barcode apps read it reliably. For best results, print at a high resolution using the SVG download and keep the quiet zones (blank margins) on either side.
- Can I use EAN-13 instead of UPC-A?
- Often, yes — EAN-13 is the international superset of UPC-A, and a UPC-A is simply an EAN-13 with a leading zero. Most modern retail systems read both. Choose EAN-13 if your market or supplier expects the 13-digit format.