How do I create a Aztec code?

Choose the type, enter your value (e.g. HELLO-123), adjust the design and download the Aztec code as PNG, SVG or PDF.

What is a Aztec code used for?

Typical use cases are Transit tickets, Boarding passes, Public transport.

A valid example is “HELLO-123”. Just enter your own value and the Aztec code is generated instantly in the preview.

Yes. Barcode Studio is completely free and requires no sign-up.

You can export as PNG, SVG or PDF and print directly.

Yes, Barcode Studio runs in any modern browser on desktop and mobile.

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Create Aztec codes online for free – compact 2D codes for transit tickets and boarding passes.

Value

The Aztec code is a compact 2D code that needs no separate quiet zone, which is why it is popular on small transit tickets and boarding passes.

It scans reliably even from a screen – ideal for mobile tickets in public transport and with airlines.

Category: 2D matrix code
Data & character set: alphanumeric and binary
Capacity: up to ~3,000 characters
Check / error correction: Reed-Solomon (level 5–95 % selectable)
Norm / standard: ISO/IEC 24778
Size & printing: compact, no separate quiet zone needed
Good to know: Scans reliably even from a phone screen – the standard for rail tickets and boarding passes.

Code	Category	Data & character set
Aztec code	2D matrix code	alphanumeric and binary
QR code	2D matrix code	text, URLs, digits, binary, WiFi, SEPA/GiroCode
Data Matrix code	2D matrix code	alphanumeric and binary
PDF417 code	2D stacked code (stacked linear)	alphanumeric, numeric and binary

This helps you pick the right code type for your use case faster.

The type “Aztec code” is preselected – you can change it anytime in the generator.
Enter your value (example: HELLO-123).
Adjust colors, module size and the quiet zone and check the live preview.
Download the Aztec code as PNG, SVG or PDF, or print an A4 label sheet.

Keep contrast (dark modules on a light background) and test with several camera apps.
Leave a quiet zone all around – at least four modules for QR codes.
On small surfaces prefer 2D codes: they store more data in less space.

How do I create a Aztec code?: Choose the type, enter your value (e.g. HELLO-123), adjust the design and download the Aztec code as PNG, SVG or PDF.
What is a Aztec code used for?: Typical use cases are Transit tickets, Boarding passes, Public transport.
What is an example value for a Aztec code?: A valid example is “HELLO-123”. Just enter your own value and the Aztec code is generated instantly in the preview.
Is the Aztec Code Generator free?: Yes. Barcode Studio is completely free and requires no sign-up.
Which download formats are available?: You can export as PNG, SVG or PDF and print directly.
Does it work on mobile?: Yes, Barcode Studio runs in any modern browser on desktop and mobile.

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