# Barcode generator and scanner > App to generate, scan, and share various types of barcodes and QR codes. (iPhone/iPad app by Geert Geerits.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-generator-and-scanner/id1658516092 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Geert Geerits](https://appshunter.io/developer/1658515644) - Category: Utilities, Business - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 84 MB - Languages: American English, Arabic, Bangla, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek and 19 more - Released: 2022-12-17 - Data updated: 2026-08-21 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-generator-and-scanner/id1658516092/reviews.md ## What is Barcode generator and scanner? Powerful barcode and QR code generator and scanner. Languages: Arabic, Bengali, Chinese simplified, Chinese traditional, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu and Vietnamese. Generate, scan, and share many types of barcodes and QR codes. Please note: not all barcode formats are supported on every device. Scan barcodes and QR codes directly from images stored on your device. Create artistic QR codes with extensive customization options: Gradients, custom shapes, custom colors, logo/foreground images, background images. Create smart QR codes for: geolocation, contacts, URLs, and more. Simply choose a type, enter your details, and generate your QR code instantly. QR code text compression is supported. When enabled in the settings, the content is compressed using GZip to reduce size. To read compressed QR codes, a compatible scanner is required, such as the scanner included in this app. Text-to-speech is supported. Available languages depend on your device. Privacy: works offline, no data is being sent to me. ## Key features - Generate various barcode types - Scan barcodes and QR codes - Share generated codes - Customize barcode colors - Artistic QR code customization - Text-to-speech functionality ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barcode-generator-and-scanner/id1658516092/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Simple & Excellent *2025-01-08* After trying over a dozen free apps to generate barcodes and QR codes, this app is by far the easiest and best one out there! I highly recommend you save the time and effort and give this app a try first. ## Frequently asked questions about Barcode generator and scanner ### What barcode types can Barcode generator and scanner create and scan? This app supports Aztec, Codabar, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Data Matrix, EAN-8, EAN-13, ITF, MSI, PDF417, Plessey, QR Code, UPC-A, and UPC-E. However, not all barcode types are supported on all devices. ### Can I customize the appearance of the barcodes generated by Barcode generator and scanner? Yes, you can set the color of the barcode and background, and make them transparent. QR codes are highly customizable with gradients, custom shapes, colors, and foreground/background images. ### Does Barcode generator and scanner support multiple languages? Yes, the app is available in Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, and Swedish. ### Does Barcode generator and scanner have ads? No, this application does not contain advertisements. ### What devices is Barcode generator and scanner available on? Barcode generator and scanner is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. ### How often is Barcode generator and scanner updated? The latest version, 1.0.50, was released on April 26, 2026. The app was initially released on December 17, 2022. ### What is the age rating for Barcode generator and scanner? The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### Does Barcode generator and scanner offer text-to-speech functionality? Yes, text-to-speech is provided, though not all languages listed in the app's settings may be supported depending on your device. Speech-to-text is also possible via your device's keyboard settings. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.54 — 2026-08-19 Added 14 new languages. Adjustable font sizes are now available in Settings. Includes minor bug fixes and improvements. ### 1.0.52 — 2026-07-24 Minor bug fixes and improvements. ### 1.0.51 — 2026-05-28 You can now create QR codes with built‑in payload types. Whether you need geolocation, contact info, URLs, and more, the app generates them instantly. You can also scan barcodes from images stored in the gallery or photos. Minor bug fixes and improvements. ### 1.0.50 — 2026-04-26 Artistic QR Code and compression for QR Code. ### 1.0.48 — 2026-03-14 New: QR Code with image and captions for some barcodes. Select in the generator or settings the format 'QR Code with image'. See the info page in the app. Some 1D barcodes have captions when shared. 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