PDF417 Generator
PDF417 is a stacked linear symbology that stores over a kilobyte of data. Driving licences, boarding passes and postal documents all rely on it.
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Inserimento diretto di un codice: anteprima live, download come PNG o SVG. Tutto in locale.
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PDF417 sample dataPDF417 at a glance
- Up to 1 850 alphanumeric characters or 2 710 digits in one symbol.
- Selectable error correction level from 0 to 8.
- Rectangular shape that fits well on document strips.
- Read by laser and imaging scanners alike.
Create a PDF417 barcode
- Paste the data to encode.
- Check the preview – more data means more rows.
- Download SVG for print or PNG.
Frequently asked questions
- PDF417 or QR code?
- PDF417 suits long text on a narrow strip; QR is more compact for short payloads and better known on smartphones.
- Can I encode an official ID document format?
- The symbol can carry any data, but the field structure of official documents is defined by the issuing authority.
- How large must it be printed?
- Keep the row height at least three times the module width, otherwise scanners lose the rows.
Standards and official sources
These links point to the official GS1 and ISO specifications this generator follows. They open in a new tab on the standards bodies' own websites.