UPC Barcode Generator
This UPC barcode generator allows you to create UPC-A barcodes for retail products quickly and accurately. Generate barcodes online with no account, no limits, and no software to install.
UPC barcodes are widely used in the United States and Canada and are scanned at tills, warehouses, and distribution centres every day.
What is a UPC barcode?
A UPC-A barcode contains 12 digits that identify a retail product. Like EAN barcodes, it includes a final check digit to help prevent scanning errors.
UPC-A is the standard barcode format used on products sold in the United States and Canada.
UPC-A barcode structure
- Manufacturer identification number
- Product identification number
- Final check digit for validation
The check digit allows scanners to detect damaged or incorrectly printed barcodes.
When should you use a UPC barcode?
- Retail products sold in the US or Canada
- Supermarket and grocery items
- Consumer goods and packaging
- Inventory and stock management
If your products are sold in North America, UPC-A is usually required.
How to create a UPC barcode
- Enter the first 11 digits of your UPC code
- Allow the generator to calculate the check digit
- Confirm the barcode in the live preview
- Download or print the barcode
If you already have all 12 digits, the tool will validate the UPC and alert you to any errors.
Generate a UPC barcode
Use the full barcode generator to create UPC barcodes with live preview, PNG and SVG downloads, and printable barcode sheets.
Open UPC Barcode GeneratorFrequently asked questions
Is UPC the same as EAN?
They are similar, but UPC-A is mainly used in the US and Canada,
while EAN-13 is common in Europe and the UK.
Do I need to register my UPC?
For commercial use, UPC numbers are typically issued by GS1.
This tool generates the barcode image itself.
Will UPC barcodes scan in retail stores?
Yes. The generated barcodes follow official specifications and scan reliably.
Can I print multiple UPC barcodes at once?
Yes. You can print UPC barcodes on A4 or A3 sheets.