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Barcode Tools

Generate and scan QR codes & barcodes

Generate and scan QR codes and barcodes for retail, logistics, marketing, and personal use. Supports 10+ barcode symbologies and 11 QR code content types. All generation and scanning happens locally in your browser.

All Barcode Tools

4 tools ready to use.

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QR Code Generator

Generate beautiful, customizable QR codes instantly in your browser. Create QR codes from URLs, text, email, phone, WiFi, vCard, location, WhatsApp, events, and more with custom colors, shapes, and eye styles.

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QR Code Scanner

Scan QR codes instantly using your camera, uploaded images, drag & drop, or clipboard paste. Free, private, 100% browser-based QR code scanning.

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Barcode Generator

Generate professional barcodes instantly in your browser. Supports CODE128, CODE39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, ITF-14, MSI, Pharmacode, and Codabar — all fully customizable and print-ready.

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Barcode Scanner

Scan barcodes instantly using your camera, uploaded images, drag & drop, or clipboard paste. Supports CODE128, EAN-13, UPC-A, and more. No uploads, fully private.

Barcode Tools — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about using barcode tools on ForgePlug.

Are these barcode and QR code tools free?
Yes, every barcode and QR code tool on ForgePlug is completely free. Generate, scan, and customize QR codes and barcodes — all without paying a cent or creating an account.
Do my images get uploaded for scanning?
No. The QR and barcode scanners process images entirely in your browser using jsQR and ZBar WebAssembly. Your images never leave your device.
What barcode symbologies are supported?
The Barcode Generator supports CODE128, CODE39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, ITF-14, MSI, Pharmacode, and Codabar. The Barcode Scanner detects CODE128, CODE39, CODE93, Codabar, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, ITF, MSI, and Pharmacode.
What QR code types can I generate?
You can generate QR codes for 11 content types: URLs, plain text, email, phone numbers, SMS messages, WiFi credentials, vCard contacts, GPS locations, WhatsApp messages, and calendar events.
Can I customize the appearance of QR codes?
Yes. The QR Code Generator lets you customize foreground and background colors, module shapes (square, rounded, circle), eye styles, size, margin, and error correction level. You can download as PNG, SVG, or JPEG.
What export formats are available for barcodes?
Both the QR Code Generator and Barcode Generator support PNG, SVG, and JPEG export. Barcodes can also be downloaded at high resolution for print.
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