Calculate how many products need UPC codes. … Join GS1 US and apply for your GS1 company prefix. … Assign a unique product number. … Choose a barcode design. … Determine how to display the barcode. … Order your UPC barcodes. … Test the printed barcodes. How is UPC numberRead More →

Your EAN code will be a 12 to 13 digit code accompanied by a barcode. Think of it like a fingerprint, where no two are the same. In most cases, the number and barcode will be presented on the packaging of the actual product. Your EAN codes are usually scannedRead More →

In the world of retail sales there are primarily two barcode formats used, UPC and EAN. The UPC format (as shown below) is 12 digits while the EAN is 13. These two formats are predominantly used in their own regions, the UPC is used only in the US and Canada,Read More →