Are these barcodes accepted in Hong Kong retail stores?

Yes. Our EAN-13 and UPC-A retail barcodes are 100% compliant with international scanning standards and are accepted across major supermarkets, department stores, and online marketplaces in Hong Kong, including PARKnSHOP, Wellcome, city'super, HKTVmall, and global retailers.

Are there any annual renewal fees or membership costs?

No. All barcode packages from HK Barcodes are sold on a one-time purchase basis with lifetime ownership. You never pay any annual renewal fees, subscription costs, or membership dues.

How quickly will I receive my barcodes after ordering?

Delivery is automated and instant. Within 5 minutes of completing your order, you will receive an email containing your unique barcode numbers, high-resolution vector images (EPS, SVG, PDF, PNG, JPEG), and guarantee certificate.

What is the difference between EAN-13 and UPC-A barcodes?

EAN-13 (13 digits) is the primary barcode format used in Hong Kong, Europe, the UK, Australia, and worldwide. UPC-A (12 digits) is standard in the United States and Canada. Both formats scan globally on modern point-of-sale checkout scanners.

Will my barcode be registered in an official database?

Yes. All our retail barcode packages include complimentary registration on the International Barcodes Database (IBNREG.org), which enhances product discoverability across search engines and barcode scanning smartphone apps.

Dynamic QR Code Renewal

Dynamic QR codes using a hosting service. That is how they are able to be redirected. Renewing your dynamic QR Code ensures your packaging remains live, continuously linking customers directly to your website, promotional videos, social media, or digital menus.

Your Dynamic QR Renewal Features

Flexible Extended Terms

Choose to renew your codes in blocks of 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10 years to fit your business planning.

Uninterrupted Destination Links

Keep editing your target URL at any time via our Customer Portal without modifying printed labels or packaging.

Continuous Scan Analytics

Retain historical marketing insights and tracking analytics to view customer engagement trends.

Zero-Downtime Processing

Your account status updates instantly upon purchase, protecting your live codes from expiring.

Available Renewal Durations

Select the renewal term that best matches your needs:

Term	Coverage Details	Action
2 Years	Short-to-medium packaging runs & seasonal campaigns	Renew
4 Years	Standard retail product lines and multi-year distribution	Renew
6 Years	Extended retail distribution & established brand packaging	Renew
8 Years	Long-lifecycle products, durable goods & fixed signage	Renew
10 Years	Maximum long-term peace of mind	Renew

Why Timely Renewal Matters

Unlike static codes, dynamic links require active routing servers to allow real-time changes to your URLs. Renewing in advance guarantees your printed packaging stays fully operational, preventing scanning dead-ends for your customers.

How to Renew

Manage and renew your dynamic QR codes via the International Barcodes Customer Portal. No need to wait for our office to be open. You can do this at any time. Renewals and redirects take immediate affect.

How to Create an Account on the Portal

Please go to https://portal.internationalbarcodes.net/

Create an account with the email address used at time of order

Verify your email address
Log in (green button)

Once logged in on the left you can see all your past orders can you can redirect and renew your dynamic QR code any time 24/7.

Why Buy From Us?

– No joining fee
– No annual membership fees (own your barcodes don’t rent)
– Free barcode registration with our barcodes
– Instant delivery of retail barcodes
– Our numbers are checked for illegal use
– Barcode verification reports can be supplied
– Quick and efficient service from friendly people
– A One-Stop Barcode Shop
– International (customers in 120+ countries)
– Wisdom and experience (12+ years in the industry)