FREE EAN-8 BARCODE GENERATOR

Free EAN-8 Barcode Generator

Calculate the check digit from an assigned 7-digit GTIN-8 body or validate all 8 digits for a compact barcode.

Your number and result are never sent to or stored on a server.

  1. 1Enter number
  2. 2Set appearance
  3. 3Save result

1 · Enter number

Enter 7 or 8 digits

Processed on your device

2 · Set appearance

Barcode appearance

Bar sharpness

3 · Save result

Barcode preview

Enter a number and select Create to see the barcode here.

EAN-8 is for small items that cannot fit EAN-13 and is individually allocated by a GS1 Member Organisation. This tool does not issue numbers.

FREE EAN-8 GUIDE

Create a compact barcode in three steps

Create it free in your browser without an account or installation.
1

Enter the number

Type an assigned 7-digit GTIN-8 body or all 8 digits.

2

Validate and adjust

Calculate or validate the check digit and set bar size.

3

Save the file

Download PNG for screens or scalable SVG.

EAN-8 ESSENTIALS

A compact barcode still needs an allocated number

Confirm eligibility and print conditions before trade use.

Check digit

Calculate the final digit from the first 7.

For small items

Use it when an EAN-13 symbol will not fit.

GS1 allocation is separate

This tool draws but does not allocate a GTIN-8.

FREE EAN-8 BARCODE GENERATOR FAQ

EAN-8 barcode FAQ

Learn about free use and GTIN-8 rules.
1Is it free with no usage limit?

Yes. It is free without an account and everything is processed in your browser.

2Can I enter only 7 digits?

Yes. The eighth check digit is calculated automatically.

3Does this tool issue an EAN-8 number?

No. A GS1 Member Organisation allocates GTIN-8 numbers individually; this tool only draws yours.

4When should EAN-8 be used?

It is intended for small packages that cannot fit an EAN-13 barcode.