How to generate a UPC-A
- The UPC-A format is already selected.
- Type the first 11 digits (or all 12 to verify them).
- Adjust the width and height of the bars.
- Download the barcode as PNG or SVG.
About UPC-A
UPC-A has 12 digits: a system digit, the manufacturer number, the product number and a check digit. It's the North American version of EAN-13, and modern scanners understand both.
This generator builds the correct symbol, but official numbers are issued by GS1.
Good to know
- A UPC-A is the same as an EAN-13 that starts with 0.
- Everything is generated in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
How many digits does a UPC-A have?
Twelve: eleven of data and one check digit.
What is the difference from EAN-13?
UPC-A is the North American format; it equals an EAN-13 with a 0 in front.
Can I use it to sell in stores?
Only with official GS1 numbers.