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Generate Code 128 barcodes instantly • Perfect for inventory, stock management & asset tracking
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Barcodes for Every Industry
See how businesses like yours use barcodes to streamline operations, reduce errors, and grow faster.
Retail & E-commerce
Track inventory across multiple stores
Retail businesses use barcodes to manage stock levels, prevent theft, speed up checkout, and sync inventory with online marketplaces like Jumia and Amazon.
Key Benefits
- Instant stock counts with barcode scanning
- Auto-sync inventory across all sales channels
- Reduce checkout time by 70%
- Prevent stockouts with low-stock alerts
Success Story
Nyumbani Retail Xpress
Nairobi, Kenya
Reduced stock discrepancies by 85% after implementing barcode tracking across 3 store locations.
“We used to spend hours counting inventory manually. Now it takes minutes.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about barcodes for your business
How do I create a barcode for my product?
Creating a barcode for your product is simple with our free generator: 1) Enter your company or brand name, 2) Add your email address, 3) Select how many barcodes you need (up to 50 free), and 4) Click 'Generate'. Your unique Code 128 barcodes will be ready instantly for download as PDF, Excel, or PNG files. For products sold in retail stores or online marketplaces like Amazon, you'll need GS1 EAN-13/UPC-A barcodes instead.
What is the difference between Code 128 and EAN-13/UPC barcodes?
Code 128 barcodes are perfect for internal use like inventory tracking, asset management, and warehouse operations - they're free and work with any barcode scanner. EAN-13/UPC barcodes (also called GS1 barcodes) are required for retail sales - if you want to sell on Amazon, eBay, Jumia, in supermarkets, or any retail store, you need GS1 certified barcodes. Our free generator creates Code 128 barcodes, and we also offer official GS1 barcodes from $8 each.
Do I need a barcode to sell my product?
It depends on where you're selling. For online marketplaces (Amazon, eBay, Jumia) and retail stores (supermarkets, pharmacies, shops), yes - you need official GS1 EAN-13 or UPC-A barcodes. For selling directly to customers, at markets, or through your own website, barcodes aren't legally required but are highly recommended for inventory tracking. Our free Code 128 barcodes are perfect for internal tracking, while our GS1 barcodes work everywhere products are sold.
How much does it cost to get a barcode for my product?
Our Code 128 barcodes for inventory and internal tracking are 100% free - generate up to 50 unique barcodes instantly. For retail GS1 barcodes (required for Amazon, supermarkets, etc.), we offer the best prices globally at $8 per barcode (KES 1,034 in Kenya). Compare this to official GS1 membership which can cost $250+ annually. Our GS1 barcodes are one-time purchases with lifetime validity and no renewal fees.
Will these barcodes work with my barcode scanner?
Yes! Our Code 128 barcodes work with all standard barcode scanners worldwide - including handheld scanners, smartphone apps, POS systems, and warehouse scanners. Code 128 is a universal format recognized by every modern scanning device. Each barcode we generate is unique and mathematically verified to ensure 99.9% scan success rate.
What barcode do I need to sell on Amazon?
To sell on Amazon, you need GS1-certified UPC (for US) or EAN-13 (for international) barcodes. Amazon requires these for product identification in their fulfillment centers. Our free Code 128 barcodes won't work for Amazon listings. We offer official GS1 barcodes starting at $8 that are accepted by Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and all major retailers worldwide. Your barcodes are delivered within 30 minutes with your company name on the certificate.
How do I track inventory using barcodes?
Barcodes make inventory tracking simple: 1) Generate unique barcodes for each product, 2) Print and attach them to your items, 3) Use a barcode scanner or smartphone app to scan items as they're received, sold, or moved. For automated tracking, a POS system like Jampos can instantly update your inventory counts when items are scanned at checkout, alert you when stock is low, and show you which products sell fastest - all synced across multiple locations.
Can I generate barcodes in bulk?
Yes! Our free generator creates up to 50 unique barcodes at once - perfect for small to medium inventory needs. Each barcode is mathematically unique using our sequential algorithm, so you'll never get duplicates. For larger needs, you can generate multiple batches or sign up to Jampos for unlimited barcode generation plus full inventory management features.
Can I create price tags with barcodes?
Absolutely! After generating your barcodes, use our built-in Price Tag Creator to design professional, printable price tags. Choose from three styles (Café Warm, Tech Bold, or Elegant Fashion), customize the product name, price, discount percentage, and SKU. Your barcode is automatically included and fully scannable. Print on standard label sheets (Avery 5160 compatible) in small, medium, or large sizes.
Do these barcodes work in Africa and internationally?
Yes! Our barcodes work globally. Code 128 is an international standard recognized worldwide for inventory tracking. For retail sales, our GS1 EAN-13 barcodes are accepted in every country - from Kenya and Nigeria to Europe, Asia, and the Americas. We serve over 12,000 customers in 60+ countries, with special pricing in Kenyan Shillings (KES) for East African businesses.
What is a Code 128 barcode?
Code 128 is a high-density barcode format that can encode all 128 ASCII characters - letters, numbers, and symbols. It's the most versatile barcode type for business use, offering excellent data density in a compact size. Code 128 barcodes are ideal for inventory labels, shipping labels, asset tracking, and any internal business operation. They're free to use (no licensing required) and compatible with all modern barcode scanners.
Are your GS1 barcodes legitimate and officially certified?
Yes, our GS1 barcodes are 100% legitimate and officially certified. Each barcode comes with a certificate featuring your company name, and they're accepted by all retailers worldwide including Amazon, Walmart, Carrefour, and Jumia. Our barcodes have lifetime validity with no annual renewal fees. We've served over 12,000 businesses with a 99.9% acceptance rate at retail checkout systems globally.
How do I get barcodes for my small business in Kenya?
For Kenyan businesses, we offer two options: 1) FREE Code 128 barcodes for inventory tracking - generate up to 50 instantly, perfect for managing stock in your shop or warehouse. 2) GS1 retail barcodes from KES 1,034 each - required if you're selling in Naivas, Carrefour, Quickmart, or on Jumia. We accept M-Pesa and card payments, with barcodes delivered to your email within 30 minutes.
How do I print barcodes on labels?
After generating your barcodes, you have several printing options: 1) Download the PDF and print on standard label sheets (like Avery 5160), 2) Download the Excel file and use mail merge with label templates, 3) Download our Code 128 font to create barcodes directly in Excel or Word, 4) Use our Price Tag Creator for professional retail labels. For best results, print at 300 DPI on white labels with a laser printer.
Do barcodes expire? How long are they valid?
Our barcodes never expire. Code 128 barcodes you generate are yours to use forever at no cost. GS1 barcodes purchased from us have lifetime validity - unlike official GS1 membership which requires annual renewals, our barcodes are a one-time purchase. Once you have your barcode numbers, they're permanently assigned to your products with no ongoing fees.
How fast can I get my barcodes?
Free Code 128 barcodes are generated instantly - click the button and download immediately. GS1 retail barcodes are delivered to your email within 30 minutes of payment (usually under 5 minutes). You'll receive the barcode images, numbers, and official certificate all in one package. No waiting days or weeks like traditional GS1 registration.
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