EAN-8 Barcode Generator

How to generate a EAN-8 barcode in 3 steps

1. Select a barcode type

2. Enter the barcode data

Barcode content
The unique value you want to encode into the barcode. This could be a product ID, serial number, order reference, etc.
Barcode caption
Optional text that appears below the barcode. Use it to add a name, product title, or other helpful label.
Font size
Adjusts the size of the caption text. Choose “Fit” to automatically resize for the best layout.
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Quantity

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3. Generate the barcode image

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FAQs

What is a EAN-8 barcode?

EAN-8 is a compact version of the EAN-13 barcode, part of the GS1 system, primarily used for smaller products where space is limited. Like EAN-13, EAN-8 is widely utilized in retail to identify products globally and is compatible with the UPC system. It encodes 8 numeric digits, making it suitable for identifying items like small packages or individual units in larger products.

How much data can a EAN 8 barcode hold?

An EAN-8 barcode holds exactly 8 numeric digits. These digits include a country code (GS1 prefix), a manufacturer code, and a product code. The final digit is a check digit used for error detection. EAN-8 is ideal for smaller items where a full-sized barcode like EAN-13 or UPC-A wouldn’t fit, while still maintaining compatibility with global retail systems.

How to generate multiple ean-8 barcodes

You can use Orca Scan web or mobile application to generate multiple ean-8 barcodes using the following steps:

Import a spreadsheet of barcode data

To generate barcodes from a spreadsheet of data:

  1. Create a free Orca Scan account
  2. Import your spreadsheet of barcodes
  3. Select the barcodes you wish to generate
  4. Open the Barcode Preview on the left
  5. Select the Barcode Type
  6. Click Download or Print

Scan barcodes on existing products

To generate barcode images for existing products:

  1. Scan your products using the Orca Scan mobile app
  2. Login to the Orca Scan web app
  3. Select the barcodes you wish to generate
  4. Open the Barcode Preview on the left
  5. Select the Barcode Type
  6. Click Download or Print

How to generate ean-8 barcodes programmatically

You can generate EAN-8 barcodes programmatically using our Barcode Image API. Simply pass the desired data and barcode type as URL parameters. For example: https://barcode.orcascan.com/?type=ean8&data=12341238

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