Barcode Format Converter
Enter a barcode type and value and export it as SVG, PNG, JPG, WebP or PDF.
How to use in 3 steps
- 1
Define the barcode
Enter a barcode type and value, or re-render an existing barcode.
- 2
Choose the target format
Pick an SVG, PNG, JPG, WebP or PDF output format.
- 3
Set size/DPI and download
Adjust the resolution and download a high-quality file.
Example input / output
Input
EAN-13 8690000000017 → PDF, 300 DPI
Output
True-size, print-ready PDF
Technical notes
SVG is a vector format: the barcode is stored as mathematical paths, so it scales losslessly to any size and is the safest choice for printing. PNG, JPG and WebP are raster (pixel-based); they can blur when enlarged, so it matters to pick the right target size and DPI up front.
PNG uses lossless compression and is ideal for crisp black-and-white bars. JPG is lossy and can create unwanted blur (artifacts) at bar edges, so it's generally not recommended for barcodes. WebP supports both, but for print SVG/PNG are safer for compatibility.
PDF output places the barcode at true physical size, giving a document ready to print directly. DPI sets the crispness of raster output; for thermal printers, choosing a resolution matching 203/300 DPI prevents bars from merging.
This tool is for format conversion and re-rendering; to design a single barcode use the barcode generator, and for QR use the QR code format converter. Conversion never changes the barcode's data, only the file format.
Frequently asked questions
SVG. Being vector, it stays sharp at any size. If you need raster, prefer a high-DPI PNG.