A: A Universal Product Code (UPC-A) is a specific type of 12-digit barcode which allows retailers to manage sales and inventory of a product. UPC's are required for all general use products worldwide.
A: With every order you'll receive an instant email download link which includes your UPC number assignment in three different formats (eps, tif, pdf), a Legal Certificate of Authenticity, and a copy of your invoice. All UPC number assignment format dimensions are sent in standard size approximately 1.5" x1".
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Our entire secure checkout system is through Paypal. If you'd like to pay directly with a PayPal account we can send you a Paypal Money Request Invoice. After you receive the Invoice, simply send support@qualityupc.com payment for your order. A sales representative will process your transaction and send you login and download information immediately.
A: The rule of thumb is you'll need one barcode per item, as well as one barcode per variation (color, size, style). For example, if you’re selling a one-size fits all winter hat in four different colors to Target you will need 4 UPC Bar codes.
A: Yes. Amazon requires one UPC Barcode per product. Simply purchase a UPC Barcode through us, receive your 12-digit UPC Barcode number assignment instantly, and provide the number to Amazon along with your product details. After these simple steps you are ready to being selling on Amazon.
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*You purchase a 12-digit UPC Barcode number assignment.
*You apply your 12-digit UPC Barcode to your product.
*You contact the retailer and provide them with your products details, the 12-digit UPC number, as well as company information.
*The retailer registers your information into their sales & inventory management system, associating your product and company with the UPC barcode.
*Your product is scanned at the register and your sales & inventory is easily tracked.
A: A Product Information Form is simply a loosely used term for a form you fill out at the retailers describing your product details, company information, and correlating 12-digit UPC number. The retailer takes the information your have provided them with and enters it manually into their sales and inventory computer system. This is the "registration process".
A: Our Label Printing Experts offer custom adhesive labels you can easily apply to any product. All custom labels are printed on durable, long-lasting 100% thermal transfer paper and shipped out within 24-hours. We also provide free standard shipping on all U.S. label orders.
Visit Order Labels for more information.
A: Currently there is no universal registration process. You must fill out a Product Information Form with each individual retailer to register you company and product with its associated UPC barcode.
A: When changing the size of any barcode we recommend following the below rules and regulations. The eps (vector file) is best to use in a design program like Adobe Illustrator.
When you open the EPS file in Adobe Illustrator you must Flatten the transparency by clicking Object>Flatten Transparencies BEFORE you re-size.
You must always keep the same height to width ratio when altering the original size.
You may crop the black and white lines off the top but the height should be no less than .5" tall. The smallest barcode measurement size should be no less than approximately 1.25" x .5".
Always test scan after reshaping. If your company does not have proper scanning tools you can easily test scan at your local grocery store or on your iphone by downloading the redlaser application. Visit Redlaser for more information.
A: QualityUPC specializes helping small businesses. Purchasing directly through GS1 is costly. An initial membership fee is $750 plus annual renewal fees. On top of all that, you must buy at least 100 bulk barcodes. Also, there is barcode software, printing materials, and much more to purchase. All those costs add up. Fortunately, we joined the U.C.C. in 1991 and bought bulk barcodes. In short, we’re able to sell them at a much lower cost and our customers satisfaction skyrockets!
A: Yes, George J. Laurer the inventor of the UPC in 1973 has given us the quality satisfaction seal of approval. Laurer's Site lists us as 100% legitimate. You can also scroll through the testimonials to read more about happy customer satisfaction.
A: If you have any further questions our barcode specialists are available to speak with you over the phone Monday-Friday 9am-5pm MST at 1-888-659-1117. You can also reach us via email by emailing support@qualityupc.com.
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General
Q: What is a UPC barcode?
A: A Universal Product Code (UPC-A) is a specific type of 12-digit barcode which allows retailers to manage sales and inventory of a product. UPC's are required for all general use products worldwide.
Q: How do I receive my UPC barcode?
A: With every order you'll receive an instant email download link which includes your UPC number assignment in three different formats (eps, tif, pdf), a Legal Certificate of Authenticity, and a copy of your invoice. All UPC number assignment format dimensions are sent in standard size approximately 1.5" x1".
Q: Can I pay with my PayPal Account?
A: Our entire secure checkout system is through Paypal. If you'd like to pay directly with a PayPal account we can send you a Paypal Money Request Invoice. After you receive the Invoice, simply send support@qualityupc.com payment for your order. A sales representative will process your transaction and send you login and download information immediately.
Q: Will my barcode work with any product?
A: Yes, all retail products use the standard UPC system.
Q: How many UPC codes do I need?
A: The rule of thumb is you'll need one barcode per item, as well as one barcode per variation (color, size, style). For example, if you’re selling a one-size fits all winter hat in four different colors to Target you will need 4 UPC Bar codes.
Q: Can I use these UPC barcodes on Amazon?
A: Yes. Amazon requires one UPC Barcode per product. Simply purchase a UPC Barcode through us, receive your 12-digit UPC Barcode number assignment instantly, and provide the number to Amazon along with your product details. After these simple steps you are ready to being selling on Amazon.
Q: How does my product become associated with the UPC Barcode?
A: *You purchase a 12-digit UPC Barcode number assignment.
*You apply your 12-digit UPC Barcode to your product.
*You contact the retailer and provide them with your products details, the 12-digit UPC number, as well as company information.
*The retailer registers your information into their sales & inventory management system, associating your product and company with the UPC barcode.
*Your product is scanned at the register and your sales & inventory is easily tracked.
Q: What is a Product Information Form?
A: A Product Information Form is simply a loosely used term for a form you fill out at the retailers describing your product details, company information, and correlating 12-digit UPC number. The retailer takes the information your have provided them with and enters it manually into their sales and inventory computer system. This is the "registration process".
Q: Will my barcode expire? Will I have to pay any other fees after the initial purchase?
A: Never. Your single barcode price is simply $29.99.
Q: I need rolls of UPC barcode labels to stick on my product. Can Quality UPC help?
A: Our Label Printing Experts offer custom adhesive labels you can easily apply to any product. All custom labels are printed on durable, long-lasting 100% thermal transfer paper and shipped out within 24-hours. We also provide free standard shipping on all U.S. label orders.
Visit Order Labels for more information.
Q: Is there a Universal Registration Process?
A: Currently there is no universal registration process. You must fill out a Product Information Form with each individual retailer to register you company and product with its associated UPC barcode.
Q: Can my graphic designer alter the size of the UPC Barcode you sent me to fit on my packaging design?
A: When changing the size of any barcode we recommend following the below rules and regulations. The eps (vector file) is best to use in a design program like Adobe Illustrator.
When you open the EPS file in Adobe Illustrator you must Flatten the transparency by clicking Object>Flatten Transparencies BEFORE you re-size.
You must always keep the same height to width ratio when altering the original size.
You may crop the black and white lines off the top but the height should be no less than .5" tall. The smallest barcode measurement size should be no less than approximately 1.25" x .5".
Always test scan after reshaping. If your company does not have proper scanning tools you can easily test scan at your local grocery store or on your iphone by downloading the redlaser application. Visit Redlaser for more information.
Q: Why should I purchase through Quality UPC instead of going directly to GS1-US (Uniform Code Council U.C.C.)?
A: QualityUPC specializes helping small businesses. Purchasing directly through GS1 is costly. An initial membership fee is $750 plus annual renewal fees. On top of all that, you must buy at least 100 bulk barcodes. Also, there is barcode software, printing materials, and much more to purchase. All those costs add up. Fortunately, we joined the U.C.C. in 1991 and bought bulk barcodes. In short, we’re able to sell them at a much lower cost and our customers satisfaction skyrockets!
Q: Are there any references available confirming Quality UPC is legitimate?
A: Yes, George J. Laurer the inventor of the UPC in 1973 has given us the quality satisfaction seal of approval. Laurer's Site lists us as 100% legitimate. You can also scroll through the testimonials to read more about happy customer satisfaction.
Q: I have more questions, is someone available to speak with me?
A: If you have any further questions our barcode specialists are available to speak with you over the phone Monday-Friday 9am-5pm MST at 1-888-659-1117. You can also reach us via email by emailing support@qualityupc.com.