Barcode & QR Code Tools

Free Barcode & QR Code Generator and Scanner

Generate, scan, and read barcodes and QR codes instantly. Professional tools for business, inventory, marketing, and personal use.

  • Multiple formats
  • High-res export
  • Instant scan
Barcode and QR code tools

Barcode & QR Code Tools

Generate, scan, and decode in seconds

Barcode Generator

For Products & Inventory

Generate professional barcodes in multiple formats including EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, Code128, and Code39. Perfect for product labels, inventory management, and retail.

  • EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A formats
  • Code128, Code39, ITF support
  • High-resolution PNG/SVG export
Generate Barcodes

Barcode Reader

Scan & Decode

Scan and read barcodes from images or photos. Upload product photos, receipts, or labels and instantly extract barcode data. Supports all major barcode formats.

  • Automatic format detection
  • Read from photos or screenshots
  • Fast and accurate scanning
Scan Barcodes

QR Code Generator

Most Versatile

Create custom QR codes for URLs, text, contact cards, Wi-Fi credentials, and more. Customize colors, add logos, and download in multiple formats.

  • URLs, text, vCards, Wi-Fi
  • Customizable colors and size
  • Add logo/branding to center
Create QR Codes

QR Code Reader

Instant Decode

Scan and decode QR codes from images or camera. Extract URLs, contact information, Wi-Fi credentials, and other data instantly.

  • Upload image or use camera
  • Instant data extraction
  • Works with damaged QR codes
Scan QR Codes

Barcode vs QR Code Comparison

Feature Barcodes QR Codes
Data Capacity 20-30 characters Up to 4,296 characters
Scan Direction 1D (horizontal only) 2D (any direction)
Data Types Numbers, limited text URLs, text, vCards, etc.
Best Use Product IDs, inventory Marketing, contact sharing
Error Correction Limited Up to 30% damage tolerated
Customization Limited styling Colors, logos, branding

Business Use Cases

  • Inventory Management: Track products, stock levels, and shipments with barcode scanning
  • Marketing Campaigns: Create QR codes for promotions, coupons, and landing pages
  • Product Labels: Generate EAN/UPC barcodes for retail products
  • Event Tickets: QR codes for paperless ticketing and check-ins
  • Asset Tracking: Label equipment and assets with barcodes

Personal Use Cases

  • Digital Business Cards: Share contact info with QR code vCards
  • Wi-Fi Sharing: Generate QR codes for easy Wi-Fi access
  • Social Media: Link to your profiles with scannable QR codes
  • Product Lookup: Scan barcodes to find prices and reviews
  • Personal Organization: Label storage boxes and files

Supported Barcode Formats

EAN-13 & EAN-8

European Article Number for retail products

UPC-A & UPC-E

Universal Product Code for North America

Code 128

High-density alphanumeric barcode

Code 39

Variable length alphanumeric format

ITF (Interleaved 2 of 5)

Numeric-only for logistics

QR Code

2D matrix barcode for any data type

Why Choose Our Barcode & QR Tools?

High-Quality Output

Export in PNG, SVG, or EPS for print-ready quality at any size.

Privacy First

All processing happens in your browser. No data stored or tracked.

Professional Grade

Industry-standard formats suitable for commercial use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Barcodes are 1D (one-dimensional) codes that store limited data (usually product IDs) and are scanned horizontally. QR codes are 2D (two-dimensional) codes that can store much more data (up to 4,296 characters) including URLs, contact cards, and text, and can be scanned from any direction. QR codes are better for marketing and information sharing, while barcodes are ideal for inventory and retail.

Yes! All our barcode and QR code tools are completely free for both personal and commercial use. You can generate codes for your products, business cards, marketing materials, or any other professional application without any restrictions or licensing fees.

You can export in multiple formats: PNG for digital use and web, SVG for scalable vector graphics that work at any size, and EPS for professional printing. All formats maintain high quality suitable for commercial printing.

For retail barcodes (EAN/UPC), yes – you need to purchase a unique number from GS1 or an authorized reseller to ensure global uniqueness. For internal use (inventory, asset tracking), you can generate barcodes with any numbers. QR codes don't require registration and can be created for any content freely.

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