About EAN-14 / GS1-128
EAN-14 encodes the 14-digit GTIN of trade units (cartons, cases) as GS1-128 with application identifier (01). ITF-14 is the alternative symbol.
Data format
13 or 14 digits, optionally with (01) prefix.
Example: (01)04012345678901
EAN / UPC
EAN and UPC barcodes are the world's most common retail barcodes at the point of sale. They encode the GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) and require a correct check digit, which our generator calculates or verifies automatically.
Frequently asked questions about EAN-14 / GS1-128
Is the EAN-14 / GS1-128 generator really free?
Yes. You can create as many EAN-14 / GS1-128 barcodes as you like and download them as PNG or SVG – no registration, no watermark, commercial use included.
What resolution does the EAN-14 / GS1-128 barcode have?
PNG files are generated with adjustable module width and up to 600 DPI. For print we recommend the lossless SVG vector format which scales without any quality loss.
Is my data stored?
No. The barcode content is only processed to render the image and is not stored. We only count anonymously how often a barcode type is used.
Can I embed EAN-14 / GS1-128 barcodes in my website or software?
Yes. Every barcode has a stable image URL (see “Embed HTML”) which you can use in websites, label software or spreadsheets.