Question 1

What is a PDF417 barcode?

Accepted Answer

PDF417 is a 2D barcode format used on US Driver's Licenses and state IDs. It encodes personal information according to the AAMVA standard, including name, address, date of birth, and license details.

Question 2

What states are supported for PDF417 barcode generation?

Accepted Answer

All 50 US states, Washington DC, and all Canadian provinces are supported. Each state may have multiple versions corresponding to different license redesigns.

Question 3

What data is encoded in the driver's license PDF417 barcode?

Accepted Answer

The barcode encodes personal information including first and last name, address, date of birth, license number, expiration date, and other AAMVA-standard fields specific to each state.

Question 4

Can I download the generated PDF417 barcode?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can download the generated PDF417 barcode as a PNG image directly from the generator page.

Question 5

How do barcode credits work?

Accepted Answer

Each barcode generation costs 1 credit. Purchase a package from the Pricing page to get credits. Credits never expire and can be used for any state or province.

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