Create a compact EAN-8 barcode — the short 8-digit symbol made for small products where a full EAN-13 won't fit, like cosmetics, confectionery, and cigarettes. Type 7 digits and we add the check digit, then download the scannable barcode as SVG or PNG. It all happens in your browser.
How the ean 8 barcode generator works
Use EAN-8 when the product package is too small to hold a full EAN-13 barcode without shrinking it below a scannable size — think small cosmetics, sweets, or single-serve items. EAN-8 encodes 8 digits in a noticeably narrower symbol.
About EAN-8 Barcodes
EAN-8 is the short-form member of the EAN family, designed specifically for small retail items where space is tight. It encodes only 8 digits, so the GS1 prefixes are issued separately from EAN-13 ranges. It scans on the same retail equipment as EAN-13 and UPC-A.
Frequently asked questions
- When should I use EAN-8 instead of EAN-13?
- Use EAN-8 when the product package is too small to hold a full EAN-13 barcode without shrinking it below a scannable size — think small cosmetics, sweets, or single-serve items. EAN-8 encodes 8 digits in a noticeably narrower symbol.
- How does the EAN-8 check digit work?
- EAN-8's last digit is a GS1 mod-10 check digit computed from the first 7. If you enter only 7 digits, this generator calculates and appends the correct check digit automatically so the barcode scans correctly.
- Is the EAN-8 barcode free and scannable?
- Yes. The barcode is generated to the EAN-8 standard entirely in your browser, with no signup or watermark, and downloads as SVG or PNG for printing on small labels.