Codabar Barcode for Delivery API
Generate codabar barcode for last-mile delivery services with a single API call. ChartQuery renders publication-ready images, PNG or SVG, that you can embed in dashboards, emails, reports, or print directly. No chart library to install, no frontend code to write.
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Quick Start
A single HTTP request is all you need. No SDK, no dependencies.
curl "https://api.chartquery.com/v1/barcode?data=A1234567890B&type=codabar&show_text=true" \
--output barcode.svgHow It Works
Send a Request
POST a JSON body or use GET with query parameters. No SDK or library needed.
Get Your Image
ChartQuery renders your chart, diagram, barcode, QR code, or label and returns it as PNG or SVG.
Use It Anywhere
Embed in emails, PDFs, dashboards, documents, or print directly. Works everywhere images work.
Features
25+ Barcode Formats
EAN-13, UPC-A, Code 128, GS1-128, ITF-14, and 20+ more standards, all from one endpoint.
Print-Ready Output
SVG and PNG output with configurable DPI, units (px, mm, in, cm), and precise bar width control.
Full Styling Control
Customize colors, margins, text position, rotation, font, and bearer bars for any requirement.
Industry Compliance
Generate GS1-compliant barcodes with Application Identifiers for retail, logistics, and healthcare.
Delivery Use Cases
- Track delivery success rates and times
- Generate package barcodes
- Print delivery address labels
- Visualize route optimization data
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Codabar Barcode API for Delivery?
A Codabar Barcode API for last-mile delivery services lets you generate codabar barcode images programmatically via HTTP requests. ChartQuery renders publication-ready PNG or SVG output that you can embed in dashboards, emails, reports, or print, without installing any chart library or writing frontend code.
How do I generate a codabar barcode for delivery with an API?
Send a POST request to the ChartQuery barcode endpoint with your data as JSON. The API returns a rendered image directly. You can also use GET requests with URL parameters for simple cases. No API key is required for basic usage, anonymous access is available with 60 requests per hour.
What output formats does the Codabar Barcode API support?
SVG (default) and PNG. SVG is lossless and scalable, while PNG is a lossless raster format ideal for email and PDF.
Is the Codabar Barcode API free to use?
Yes. The ChartQuery Codabar Barcode API works without an API key. Anonymous access is rate-limited to 60 requests per hour and adds a small watermark. Authenticated users on paid plans get higher limits, no watermark, and longer chart persistence (6 months vs 3 days for shared URLs).
What are common codabar barcode use cases in delivery?
Track delivery success rates and times. Generate package barcodes. Print delivery address labels. Visualize route optimization data. ChartQuery handles the rendering so you can focus on your data and business logic.
Can I share and embed barcodes generated by the API?
Yes. Add "share": true to any request to get permanent URLs. The render_url is a direct image URL you can embed in emails, documents, or <img> tags. The view_url is an interactive HTML page you can embed as an iframe. No authentication needed for viewers.
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