EAN-8 · Retail
EAN-8 barcode generator
EAN-8 fits small packages where a full EAN-13 symbol is too wide. Use 7 digits plus check digit (or 8 digits with validation).
Configure
0/40 todayFormat locked to EAN-8. Change type
7–8 chars · example 96385074
Live preview
- Pixels
- — × —
- Est. size
- — × — mm
- Contrast
- 21.0:1
- Quiet zone
- 10px
Export
Format page: EAN-8 guide
Professional workflows: open barcode workspace
Input requirements
- 7 or 8 digits
- Valid checksum
- Catalog limits: 7–8 characters (digits)
Common use cases
- Small cosmetics
- Confectionery
- Compact packaging
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert EAN-13 to EAN-8?
Not arbitrarily — EAN-8 numbers are allocated separately. Use EAN-8 only when you have a valid EAN-8 GTIN.