Online Barcode Scanner — Scan Barcodes from Images Free

Best free online barcode scanner and reader. Upload an image or paste a screenshot to instantly decode QR codes, UPC, EAN-13, EAN-8, Code 128, and Code 39 barcodes. No app download required. Works on iPhone, Android, and desktop browsers.

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Tip: Use our barcode reader online scanner. Paste an image (Ctrl/Cmd+V) or drag & drop it here.
Drop to scan!

Drop a barcode image here for barcode reader scanning

Supports JPG, PNG, WebP, BMP • Max 10MB

Paste from clipboard (Ctrl/⌘+V)

Barcode Reader Result

Scan a barcode to see results here

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Free Online Barcode Reader — Scan & Decode Instantly

Scan and decode traditional barcodes from images with our free online barcode scanner. Supports Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, and UPC-A formats. Perfect for inventory management, product verification, and retail applications.

Why Choose Our Barcode Reader?

Multiple Input Methods

Upload images, use camera scanning, or paste directly—flexible scanning options

5 Barcode Formats

Supports Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, and UPC-A linear barcodes

Client-Side Processing

All scanning performed locally—images never uploaded to servers

Copy & Share

Copy decoded data to clipboard and share results easily

How to Scan Barcodes Online

1

Upload or Scan

Upload barcode image, use camera, or paste (Ctrl/Cmd+V)

2

Auto-Detection

Reader automatically detects and decodes barcode format

3

View & Copy

View decoded data, copy results, or share easily

Supported Barcode Formats

Code 128: High-density alphanumeric linear barcode for logistics and shipping
Code 39: Alphanumeric barcode with basic character support for inventory
EAN-13: Standard 13-digit international product barcode
EAN-8 & UPC-A: Compact 8-digit and 12-digit US product barcodes

Perfect For

  • Inventory Management: Track products and stock levels
  • Product Verification: Validate authentic items and codes
  • Retail Applications: Point-of-sale scanning and checkout
  • Warehouse Operations: Logistics and shipping management
  • Price Comparison: Quick product lookup and comparison
  • Asset Tracking: Equipment and inventory monitoring
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Free forever • Privacy-first • No registration required

Barcode Formats We Read

Format Characters Typical Use Notes
Code 128 All ASCII Shipping labels, logistics High density, compact and versatile
Code 39 0–9, A–Z, - . $ / + % space Inventory, asset tags Widely supported, lower density
EAN-13 13 digits Global retail products International standard for merchandise
EAN-8 8 digits Small packages Compact EAN for small labels
UPC-A 12 digits US retail products Equivalent to EAN-13 in North America
QR Code Alphanumeric + binary URLs, payments, app links Use our QR Code Reader for camera scanning

Tip: For best results, ensure good contrast and sufficient image resolution (try to fill at least 30–50% of the image with the barcode).

Frequently Asked Questions

Click Select Image or paste a screenshot (Ctrl/⌘+V). You can also drag & drop an image into the dropzone. We’ll automatically detect and decode the barcode.

We support common linear formats including Code 128, Code 39, EAN‑13, EAN‑8, and UPC‑A, plus QR codes. For generating new barcodes, try our Barcode Generator.

Ensure the barcode is sharp, well‑lit, and high contrast. Avoid glare and motion blur. If the code is very small, crop the image closer or capture a higher‑resolution photo.

Scanning happens in your browser for privacy. If the client‑side decoder fails, we may use a server fallback to decode. Files are temporarily stored for 24 hours and can be deleted by users. Login to delete files

Yes. Use the Use Camera option here for basic scanning or open our dedicated QR Code Reader for camera‑first scanning.