By the end of 2027, retail point-of-sale systems worldwide must be capable of scanning 2D barcodes. This global industry initiative marks the transition from traditional UPCs to information-rich GS1 Digital Links.
Validate your GS1 Digital Link URIs against the official GS1 Digital Link standard. Free tool for verifying alignment with the Sunrise 2027 transition.
Enter a GS1 Digital Link URI to check if it conforms to the GS1 Digital Link standard.
Press Ctrl+Enter (or Cmd+Enter on Mac) to validate
GS1 Digital Link is the global standard for connecting physical products to digital information. By 2027, major retailers are committing to scan 2D barcodes at POS as part of the Sunrise 2027 industry transition.
Ensure your products meet retailer requirements and can be scanned at checkout.
Connect customers directly to product information, reviews, and special offers.
Track products through the entire supply chain with unique identifiers.
Stay ahead of industry standards and avoid costly re-labeling later.