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Retail barcodes, QR codes and buying from us

Barcode overview

A barcode number is a unique sequence of digits that is used to identify a particular product or item. Barcode numbers for retail products are usually 12 or 13 digits long. Barcode numbers can be encoded into a barcode image (vertical black bars and spaces) that, when scanned at the checkout, will be connected to the barcode number and product information.

Barcodes allow companies to distribute and sell their products in a variety of Point of Sale scenarios. Before you can start selling your products off and online, you must acquire a barcode for each unique product that you plan on selling.  If you already know what you need you can purchase barcodes here.

Once you’ve bought your barcode

When you order your barcodes through us, it will be emailed to you with the guarantee and images as attached files (in 5 different formats – .eps, bitmap, tiff, jpeg & PDF). You can then get your barcodes incorporated into your product packaging in an easily visible flat location, either by yourself, or by your graphic designer. Please refer to the barcode specifications when doing this.

We can also send you sticky barcode labels to be manually stuck onto your product.

What’s the Difference Between UPC and EAN?

EAN’s (European Article Number) are used internationally, while UPC’s are the most commonly used bar codes in the United States. Most stores will accept both product EAN codes and UPC codes, although if you are planning on selling your products in the United States, a UPC code might be best for you.

EAN format bar codes contain 13 digits, leading with a “0” in front of the standard GTIN-12 digit UPC code. Both barcode images, however, are identical.

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Some Barcode Customer Feedback 

Thank you for such a swift efficient service. I shall certainly use your company again (it is amazing that one can get an almost instantaneous service from the other side of the world).  

Frank

Thanks so much for your speedy reply, we managed to get it to the printers last night after your e-mail. Really appreciated!
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Charlotte

I’d like to thank you and your company for your honesty in repaying my overpayment of £30.  
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Maureen

This is a demo store for testing purposes — no orders shall be fulfilled. Dismiss

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