Shopify Barcode Generator for Products, Variants & POS
Create product and variant barcodes for your Shopify store in seconds. Download PNG or SVG, paste the number into the Shopify barcode field, and print labels for POS, inventory, transfers or packaging — no paid app required.
Generate Barcodes for Your Shopify Store — FreeWhy Shopify Merchants Need a Barcode Generator
Shopify's inventory system is built around barcodes. Every product and variant in your catalog can carry a barcode (UPC, EAN, GTIN, ISBN, Code 128 or internal SKU) that Shopify uses for POS checkout, inventory tracking, stock transfers between locations, and purchase order receiving. Without a barcode, staff must manually look up products — slowing down checkout and increasing errors. A dedicated Shopify barcode generator helps you create scan-ready identifiers before products go live, especially when you manage many size, color or bundle variants. Our free generator supports the barcode formats Shopify merchants commonly use and produces high-resolution PNG and SVG files you can print on labels or upload into your catalog workflow.
How to Generate and Add Shopify Barcodes
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Decide on your Shopify barcode format: UPC-A or EAN-13 for retail/marketplace products, Code 128 for internal SKU and warehouse labels, or QR Code for product-page links.
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Enter the product number, variant SKU, UPC, EAN or internal inventory code in the generator and select the matching barcode format.
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Download the barcode as PNG for quick label printing or SVG for sharp thermal, laser and design-file output.
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In Shopify Admin, go to Products → select a product or variant → scroll to Inventory → paste the same number into the 'Barcode (ISBN, UPC, GTIN, etc.)' field.
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Print the label and apply it to the product, shelf bin or package. For bulk catalogs, export your Shopify product CSV, add the barcode column, then import the updated file.
Recommended Barcode Formats
Standard format for US retail products and Shopify POS scanning when you have a valid GS1 UPC.
Generate →EAN-13Best for international retail products and marketplace-ready Shopify catalogs that use EAN/GTIN identifiers.
Generate →Code 128Great for Shopify internal SKUs, variants, transfer orders and warehouse scanning without needing a GS1 number.
Generate →QR CodeUseful for Shopify product-page links, reorder URLs, packaging inserts, reviews and customer support workflows.
Generate →Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use this Shopify barcode generator?
Choose the barcode type your Shopify workflow needs, enter the product or variant number, generate the barcode, then download it as PNG or SVG. Use the same number in Shopify Admin under the product or variant Inventory section so the printed label and Shopify barcode field match exactly.
What barcode format does Shopify use?
Shopify accepts any barcode format in its inventory barcode field, but for POS scanning and retail compatibility, UPC-A (12 digits) and EAN-13 (13 digits) are the standard choices. Code 128 is widely used for internal SKU labels. Shopify's own Retail Barcode Labels app can print all of these formats.
Do I need a GS1 barcode to sell on Shopify?
Not necessarily. If you're only selling through your own Shopify store, you can create internal barcodes using any format (Code 128 is popular). However, if you sell in physical retail stores, on Amazon, or on other marketplaces alongside Shopify, you'll need GS1-registered UPC or EAN numbers to avoid barcode conflicts.
How do I print barcode labels for Shopify products?
Download your barcode as a PNG from our generator. Then use Shopify's built-in Retail Barcode Labels app (free) to design and print labels directly from your Shopify admin, or paste the PNG into a Word or Google Docs label template and print onto Avery-compatible label sheets.
Can I generate barcodes for all my Shopify variants (size, color, etc.)?
Yes. Each variant needs a unique barcode. Use our bulk barcode generator — enter one SKU per line and download all barcodes as a ZIP. Then import them into Shopify via CSV (Products → Export → add barcode column → Import) to update all variants at once.
Can I use Code 128 barcodes for Shopify inventory?
Yes. Code 128 is a good choice for internal Shopify inventory labels, warehouse bins, transfer orders and variant SKUs. Use UPC-A or EAN-13 instead when the barcode must identify a retail product outside your own Shopify store or on third-party marketplaces.
What DPI should I use when printing Shopify barcode labels?
Print at 300 DPI minimum for reliable scanning. Our PNG export is high-resolution and our SVG is infinitely scalable — both are suitable for laser printers. For high-volume label printing, a thermal printer (such as a Zebra or Dymo) with our SVG output gives the sharpest results.
Ready to generate your barcode?
Free, instant, no signup required. Supports 20+ formats including Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A, QR Code, and more.
Generate Barcodes for Your Shopify Store — Free