ISBN Barcodes for Books

If you need a barcode for a book, you must first have an ISBN (International Standard Book Number). The ISBN number is used to make the barcode.

ISBNs are unique international numbers assigned to published books & similar publications. ISBNs are recorded in book directories internationally. They enable publishers, libraries and bookstores to locate a specific book quickly and efficiently (for re-ordering purposes). A different ISBN is required for each published format (e.g., online books or different language editions).

If you already have an ISBN for your book, you can purchase the barcode images for your number below.

If you don’t have an ISBN yet, we know of 2 main options;

1. Ireland uses the UK ISBN suppliers. The Independent Publishing Network offers a single ISBN number for £30.00.

2. Alternatively, you can get one from the ISBN Agency. This will cost you £91.00 for a single ISBN.

Once you have your ISBN number, come back here and order the barcode for it below. We will email you your ISBN barcode images in 5 formats straight away.

You can use these barcodes worldwide

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Sample ISBN Barcode:

Download Sample ISBN Barcode Images (zip file)

How to use your ISBN barcode:

The ISBN barcode images will be emailed to you in several formats (please use whichever format you prefer). Insert the ISBN barcode image into the bottom right corner of the back cover before your book goes to print, and resize it if necessary. The image size should be at least 30mm wide x 20mm high (including the white margins on the left and right sides of the barcode and the ISBN below the bars).

If your book has already been printed, you can purchase a roll of adhesive ISBN Barcode labels from us. Please note that our printer is in the UK, so you may have to pay customs duty.

Some examples of books we have created ISBN barcode images for:

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