Do I need to install an app to scan barcodes?
No! You can use this web-based scanner directly in your browser. Just grant camera permissions, point your phone or laptop camera at the barcode, and it will decode instantly.
Web Utility
Barcode Scanner
Use your phone or webcam to scan retail product barcodes instantly—no app installation required. You can also upload a photo of a barcode to extract the numerical value.
1. Scan Barcode
2. Details
Align the barcode horizontally inside the camera square, or upload an image to extract the numerical value.
How does the web scanner work?
Modern web browsers now allow websites to securely request access to your device camera. Once you grant permission, this web page streams the video feed locally. The Javascript engine in your browser constantly analyses the frames waiting for the signature vertical lines of a 1D barcode.
Once found, it instantly extracts the numerical string and stops the camera. Because the video feed is processed completely inside your device, the camera stream is never uploaded or sent over the internet.
Frequently asked questions
What types of barcodes does this support?
This scanner leverages advanced web decoding to read all standard 1D barcodes including UPC, EAN-8, EAN-13, CODE-39, and CODE-128 found on almost all retail products worldwide.
Can I scan a barcode from an image on my phone?
Yes. If you took a photo of a product barcode, you can use the 'Upload Photo' tab above to select the photo from your device. The scanner will process the image and extract the numerical code.
What do I do with the scanned barcode numbers?
Once decoded, you can copy the number to your clipboard for inventory management, or use the 'Search Product on Google' button to try and identify the product associated with that UPC code.
Are my camera feeds or images saved?
No. All camera processing and image decoding happens locally within your browser. 100% of the extraction is done client-side, meaning we never see or save your photos.
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