Will All Stores Accept Barcodes Sold by Speedy Barcodes or Other Barcode Resellers?

Will All Stores Accept Barcodes Sold by Speedy Barcodes or Other Barcode Resellers?

No. Not all stores accept reseller barcodes. While many retailers, wholesalers, and online platforms do accept barcodes purchased from Speedy Barcodes and other reputable barcode resellers, some large retail chains and certain restricted programs require barcodes to be licensed directly through GS1.

These GS1-only programs may also require:

- Your company name to appear in the GS1 database
- A licensed GS1 company prefix registered in your business name
- Ongoing annual renewal fees tied to your barcode license

Because of these requirements, GS1 barcodes are often significantly more expensive than reseller barcodes due to both upfront costs and recurring yearly fees.

Many Retailers Do Accept Reseller Barcodes

A large number of retailers, boutiques, independent stores, distributors, and online sales platforms do accept reseller barcodes without any issues. Thousands of businesses successfully use Speedy Barcodes every day for:

- Product labeling
- Inventory tracking
- Checkout scanning
- Online listings
- Wholesale distribution

For businesses that do not require GS1 database registration, reseller barcodes offer a permanent, cost-effective solution with no renewal fees and no expiration.

Always Confirm Before You Print Packaging

Because barcode acceptance rules vary by retailer and program, we strongly recommend that you:

- Confirm barcode requirements with each retailer or platform in advance
- Verify whether GS1 registration is required
- Confirm before you print packaging, labels, or large production runs

This step protects you from costly reprints, rejected listings, and delays in product launches.

Summary

- Some major retailers and programs require GS1-licensed barcodes only
- Many other retailers accept reseller barcodes without issue
- Speedy Barcodes provides a permanent, affordable alternative
- Always verify requirements before printing or listing products