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How to Generate Barcodes

1

Enter Content

Type the text or numbers you want to encode into the barcode.

2

Choose Format & Style

Select the barcode type (Code 128, Code 39, or EAN-13), adjust bar width, height, and colors.

3

Download

Click 'Generate Barcode' and download your barcode as a PNG image.

Why Generate Barcodes with FyleTools?

100% Private

All barcode generation happens in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.

Free & Unlimited

No registration, no limits. Generate as many barcodes as you need.

Multiple Formats

Support for Code 128, Code 39, and EAN-13 — the most common barcode standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What barcode formats are supported?
FyleTools supports Code 128 (general purpose), Code 39 (uppercase + digits), and EAN-13 (retail product codes).
Can I customize the barcode colors?
Yes, you can set both the bar color and background color using color pickers.
What is the difference between the barcode types?
Code 128 encodes all ASCII characters, Code 39 supports uppercase letters and digits, and EAN-13 is the standard 13-digit product barcode.
Is there a limit on the text length?
Code 128 supports up to ~80 characters, Code 39 is best for short strings, and EAN-13 requires exactly 13 digits (or 12 + check digit).
Is my data sent to a server?
No. All barcode generation happens entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your data never leaves your device.
Can I use generated barcodes commercially?
Yes. Barcodes generated here are yours to use freely for any purpose — personal, commercial, retail, or inventory management.
Does this work on my phone?
Yes. The barcode generator works on any device with a modern browser. Generate and download barcodes directly from your phone.
Can the generated barcodes be scanned by standard readers?
Yes. The tool generates industry-standard barcodes (Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13) that are compatible with all barcode scanners and reader apps.
What is the difference between Code 128, Code 39, and EAN-13?
Code 128 supports all ASCII characters and is the most versatile. Code 39 is simpler, supporting uppercase and digits, widely used in government and military. EAN-13 is the standard 13-digit product barcode used in retail worldwide.
How do I get an EAN-13 number for my product?
EAN-13 numbers are assigned through GS1, the global standards organization. You need a GS1 company prefix to generate valid retail barcodes. This tool generates the barcode image from any 13-digit number you provide.
What bar width should I use?
For standard printing, 2-3px bar width works well. For thermal printers or smaller labels, use wider bars (3-4px) to ensure reliable scanning. Very thin bars may not scan reliably at low print resolutions.
Can I use custom colors for my barcode?
Yes. You can set both bar and background colors using the color pickers. For reliable scanning, maintain high contrast — dark bars on a light background works best. Avoid red bars as many scanners use red lasers.

When to Use This Tool

Create Code 128 barcodes for shipping labels and package tracking

Generate EAN-13 product barcodes for retail inventory and point-of-sale systems

Make Code 39 barcodes for internal asset tracking and warehouse management

Create custom barcodes for event badges, membership cards, or library systems

Supported Formats

FormatDescriptionBest For
Code 128Full ASCII character support, compact encodingShipping labels, logistics, general purpose
Code 39Uppercase letters, digits, special charactersAsset tags, inventory, government/military
EAN-1313-digit standard product identificationRetail products, ISBN, ISSN

Tips & Best Practices

Use Code 128 for general purpose — it encodes all ASCII characters and produces compact barcodes

For retail products, use EAN-13 with your registered GS1 company prefix

Ensure adequate quiet zones (white space) around the barcode for reliable scanning

Print barcodes at 300 DPI or higher — use larger bar widths if printing on thermal or label printers

How It Works — 100% Private Processing

FyleTools generates barcodes entirely in your browser using JavaScript-based barcode encoding. The barcode pattern is calculated and rendered locally — no data is sent to any server. This is especially important for barcodes containing proprietary product codes or internal tracking numbers.

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