Can I create my own barcode number?
Most barcode generators are free. In fact, you can use the Barcode Font in Microsoft Word to generate your own barcodes. Therefore, with less than $100, you can create a system set to make your own barcodes.
How do I find the ISBN bar code?
To buy a barcode you must first purchase an ISBN. You can buy your barcodes at Bowker and they even offer a barcode-ISBN combo:
- 1 barcode + 1 ISBN is $150.
- 1 barcode + 10 ISBNs is $320.
Do I need a barcode and ISBN?
If you do not plan to sell your book in brick-and-mortar bookstores, you do not need a barcode. If you want stores to be able to scan your ISBN, you will need one. The barcode holds additional information besides the ISBN, like the price of the book.
Is it illegal to make barcode?
Making up a UPC or EAN (GTIN) barcode number is a bad idea, not only is it illegal, it will quickly get your item delisted once caught and you could be banned from any store or website you do this on, not just Amazon.
How do I create an ISBN number?
You can purchase your own ISBN from Bowker or through your local ISBN agency. If you are reprinting your book, the title, author name, and binding type must remain the same. A new edition requires a new ISBN. Your book’s imprint must match what’s on file with your ISBN.
What is the difference between barcode and ISBN?
The barcode you see on the back of a book is derived from an ISBN, but the two are not the same. An ISBN is only a number. A barcode is a visual method used to convey an ISBN to a computer using scanning technology during a sales or inventory transaction process.
How do I make a barcode for my book?
The ISBN-10 barcode is formed by appending the first 9 digits of the ISBN number to 978*. For example, an ISBN number of 0-9767736-6-X would be encoded in EAN-13 as 978097677366. After agencies run out of numbers allocated to the 978 prefix, they will begin using EAN13 barcodes preceded by 979.
Do I need a barcode to sell my book?
Many authors confuse an ISBN number with a barcode. An ISBN number is required (although you may not need to purchase one as discussed below). However, a barcode is only required if you are distributing a physical or printed copy of your title.
How do I create a barcode for my book?
- Step 1: Obtain the ISBN Number. Before making an ISBN barcode, the user must first apply for an ISBN number.
- Step 2: Products Needed to Generate ISBN Barcode.
- Step 3: Create an ISBN Barcode Image for the Book.