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Free KDP barcode generator for Amazon book covers. Create print-ready ISBN barcodes with correct size and placement. Instant download, fully KDP compliant.
Generate EAN-13 barcodes for KDP books
Your ISBN should start with 978 or 979. Find your ISBN in your KDP dashboard under Bookshelf > Your Book > Paperback Details.
Enter 13-digit ISBN (hyphens optional)
Amazon KDP automatically generates and places barcodes on your book cover. This tool is for preview purposes or if you need to include the barcode in your design. In most cases, you should let KDP add the barcode automatically.
Complete your cover
All KDP specs handled — front, back, spine in 2 minutes.
Use Amazon free ISBN or purchase your own from Bowker or your country ISBN agency.
Input your 13-digit ISBN (no dashes). Verify it is correct before generating.
Click Generate to create your barcode. Download the high-resolution PNG file.
Place barcode on back cover, bottom right corner. Leave 0.25" margin from edges.
Upload your complete cover with barcode to Amazon KDP for approval.
Generated at 300 DPI. Compatible with Canva, Photoshop, Affinity Designer, and all KDP-ready templates.
Correct KDP barcode placement is essential for your book to be scanned properly during printing and distribution.
Required for all paperback and hardcover books.
Amazon Standard Identification Number. Auto-assigned to eBooks.
For paperbacks and hardcovers, yes. Amazon provides a free ISBN, or you can use your own. This KDP barcode generator works with both. For eBooks, an ISBN barcode is not required.
Yes! Amazon provides free ISBNs for paperback and hardcover books. This KDP barcode generator works with Amazon-provided or purchased ISBNs.
The KDP barcode should be placed on the back cover, typically in the bottom right corner. Leave at least 0.25 inches (0.635 cm) from all edges and ensure the barcode is on a white or light background for maximum scannability.
The recommended KDP barcode size is approximately 2 inches wide by 1.2 inches tall. Our generator creates barcodes at the optimal size for Amazon KDP requirements.
The barcode is generated as a high-resolution PNG file at 300 DPI, perfect for printing and compatible with all design software including Canva, Photoshop, and Affinity Designer.
This tool generates ISBN barcodes for KDP print books (paperback and hardcover). Kindle eBooks do not require ISBN barcodes — they use ASINs which are automatically assigned by Amazon.
You can optionally include a price, but most KDP authors leave this blank since prices vary by market and Amazon handles pricing separately.
Create a professional cover with your barcode already placed. All KDP specs handled automatically.