GTIN for Google Shopping |
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Google Shopping GTIN |
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What are GTINs used by Google Shopping? |
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GTIN is simply a newer acronym (coined by GS1) and stands for Global Trade Identification Number. It describes numbers that have existed in retail since the 1970s.
The Google Shopping GTIN comes in one of three types: GTIN-12, GTIN-13, or GTIN-14.
• UPC Codes (GTIN-12): These are the retail barcodes used on products in North America
• EAN Codes (GTIN-13): The retail barcodes used on products everywhere else
• JAN Codes (GTIN-13): The Japanese name for an EAN Code
• ISBN Codes (GTIN-13): The retail barcodes used on books
• SCC-14 or ITF-14 (GTIN-14): The barcode used on cases or pallets
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Do I really need a GTIN for Google Shopping? |
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The answer to this question is a bit tricky. It may not be required for all case but not having it will likely have a negative impact on your listing. The bottom line is that you definitely should use a proper GTIN (meaning UPC, EAN, or ISBN Codes; depending on the product).
Here is what Google has to say about it:
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“A GTIN uniquely identifies your product. This specific number helps us make your ad or unpaid listing richer and easier for your customers to find. Products submitted without any unique product identifiers are difficult to classify and may not be eligible for all Shopping programs or features.”
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How are GTINs for Google Shopping different? |
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The GTIN for Google Shopping is no different from those used on other products. The whole purpose of the system is to have unique product identifiers that are applicable and unique across the entire retail chain. If your product already has GTINs (barcodes) on it then you do NOT need to get a special separate GTIN for Google Shopping.
For those of you who need only UPC numbers (GTIN-12) for selling your product on Google Shopping but do not need the digital UPC barcode images, we offer a special 15% OFF on your UPC Numbers. Click here to go to the online order form & get 15% OFF by using the promo code NUMBERSONLY. |
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How do I get GTINs for Google Shopping? |
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1st Go to our Order Page or call us at +1 404-869-0701 or toll free at 877-872-2060. |
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2nd Place your order. |
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We only require that you provide contact and billing information. You are not required to provide product information. |
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Google Shopping collects your product information, which they associate with your GTIN in your listing or ad. |
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Note: We also accept checks, money orders, and wire transfers. If you wish to use one of those payment methods, please print and complete this form. |
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What do I get when I order my Codes for Google Shopping? |
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1st Upon completion of your order, you receive an email confirmation of your UPC barcode or UPC number for Google Shopping purchase. |
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2nd Simply Barcodes assigns your official UPC numbers from our database of official codes issued by the UCC (now called GS1). |
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3rd We generate the digital barcode images from the numbers you purchased (except when ordering numbers only). |
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4th We email either your UPC barcodes graphic as an attachment or UPC number with no attachment. |
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In what format are my Barcodes for Google Shopping? |
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For your convenience, you receive your UPC barcode graphic in three different formats so that your graphic artist, printing company, or manufacturing facility can work with the graphic in their preferred software |
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EPS Format - This layered, vector EPS file is the preferred format of most graphic designers due to its quality and versatility, particularly for resizing. EPS is an "exchange" format, not necessarily associated with one specific graphics program. An exchange format is one intended for multiple applications to be able to open. |
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TIFF Format - This raster TIFF file is not suitable for significant resizing. It is popular among graphic artists. |
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JPEG Format - This uncompressed, high-quality JPEG file is the most common file format. All computers can open a JPEG. However, it is not suitable for resizing. |
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When do I get my Barcodes for Google Shopping? |
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The turn-around time is often within an hour.
All orders received before 4 p.m. Eastern Time on business days are completed the same day. Orders placed after 4 p.m. will be processed next business day. If you require RUSH completion, please call 877-872-2060 (toll-free) or +1 404-869-0701 (international) to make arrangements. |
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Apart from GTIN for Google Shopping we also offer
UPC Codes,
EAN Codes,
Magazine Barcodes,
ISBN Barcodes,
Magazine Barcodes,
Barcodes for Produce,
Barcodes for Greeting Cards,
Music Barcodes,
GTIN Codes,
SCC-14 Codes,
SSCC-18 Codes,
QR Codes,
Data Matrix Barcodes,
Coupon Barcodes,
UPN Barcodes,
Code 128 Barcodes,
Code 39 Barcodes, and many other barcode types. We also provide barcoding services like,
graphic creation, and
label printing.
Call
877-872-2060 (toll-free) or
+1 404-869-0701 (international) or live chat with our Experts for more information regarding our barcoding services. Our multilingual customer service team welcomes the opportunity to speak with you about your unique situation.
