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The fastest free tool for creating QR codes and barcodes online. No account, no watermarks, no limits.

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Free QR Code Generator

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Online Barcode Generator

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How to Use This Tool

Creating a barcode or QR code takes less than 30 seconds. Follow these steps to generate and download your code instantly — no account needed.

Step 01

Choose a Tool

Select the QR Code Generator tab for URLs, contact cards, or text — or the Barcode Generator tab for product and inventory codes.

Step 02

Enter Your Value

Type or paste the content you want to encode. For barcodes, pick the right format from the dropdown (e.g. EAN-13 for retail, Code 128 for shipping).

Step 03

Customise

Adjust the size, colors, and error correction level to match your brand or print requirements. All changes are applied instantly.

Step 04

Download

Click Download PNG for a pixel image, or Download SVG (barcodes) for a lossless vector file — ideal for professional print.

Best Uses of QR Codes

QR codes bridge the physical and digital worlds. Here are the most common applications across industries.

Marketing & Business

  • Link print ads to landing pages
  • Business cards with digital contact info
  • Restaurant menus — no printing costs
  • Event tickets and check-in systems
  • Product packaging with info pages

Payments & Operations

  • Payment links (PayPal, Stripe, etc.)
  • Wi-Fi credential sharing
  • Inventory tracking in warehouses
  • Asset management and labelling
  • App download links for iOS & Android

Supported Barcode & QR Formats

Every barcode type has a specific use case. Choose the right format for your product, industry, or application.

QR Code

Two-dimensional code for URLs, contact cards, Wi-Fi credentials, and plain text. Readable by any smartphone camera.

Code 128

High-density linear barcode. Encodes all 128 ASCII characters. Used in shipping, packaging, and inventory management.

EAN-13

International 13-digit product barcode (the European Article Number). Standard on retail products worldwide.

UPC-A

12-digit barcode standard used throughout North America for retail point-of-sale scanning.

EAN-8

Compact 8-digit version of EAN-13 for small product packaging where space is limited.

Code 39

Older alphanumeric barcode used in automotive, defense, and healthcare industries. Self-checking and widely supported.

ITF-14

Interleaved 2-of-5, 14 digits. Used on outer shipping cartons and corrugated cardboard packaging (GS1 standard).

UPC-E

Compressed 8-digit version of UPC-A for small items. Common on magazines, paperbacks, and small retail packages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this barcode generator really free?
Yes, completely. All QR codes and barcodes are generated for free with no sign-up, no login, and no watermarks. There are no hidden fees or premium tiers.
How do I create a QR code for my website?
Click the QR Code tab, paste your website URL into the content field, choose your preferred size, and click Generate. Your QR code is ready to download as PNG in seconds.
Do you store my data?
No. All barcode and QR code generation happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your data is never sent to our servers.
What image formats can I download?
QR codes can be downloaded as PNG. Barcodes support both PNG and SVG — SVG is recommended for professional print work as it scales without quality loss.
What is the maximum size for a QR code?
We support up to 1024 × 1024 pixels, which is suitable for large-format printing such as banners and posters.
What barcode format should I use for my product?
For retail products sold in North America, use UPC-A. For international retail, use EAN-13. For shipping and inventory, Code 128 is the most flexible choice. For URLs and mobile use, QR Code is best.
Can I use these barcodes commercially?
The barcodes and QR codes you generate are yours to use freely. Note that for official retail barcodes (UPC, EAN), you may need to register a GS1 Company Prefix to obtain legitimate product numbers.

QR Code & Barcode Learning Center

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