Free 2DSync check · where do you stand in 2D Digital Link readiness
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Point the camera at the UPC or 2D barcode
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2D barcode & Digital Link scorecard
Eight checks, see where you land on the 2D Digital Link maturity curve
Each check maps to a maturity level, so the report tells you both where you are and what the next step is.
| Check | Proves | Level |
|---|---|---|
| GTIN present in the code | A GS1 Digital Link URI with /01/ + GTIN | 1 |
| GTIN valid and licensed | Check digit passes; GTIN licensed to a company with GS1 | 1 |
| Digital Link conformant | Returns a linkset; honours linkType; serves a default link | 2 |
| Digital Link on your domain | Registered domain tied to the GTIN | 2 |
| Required link types served | Every link type required for the product type resolves | 3 |
| URLs follow the standard | Every link conforms to GS1 Digital Link syntax and linkType settings | 3 |
| Structured data on the pages | schema.org JSON-LD anchored to the GTIN and your GLN | 4 |
| Claims verifiable | Signed credentials tied to your GS1 licence; agent-callable tools | 4 |
Which links matter depends on the product
The product type sets which GS1 link types the check treats as required, recommended or optional. Tell us the type and the report scores against it.
Food & beverage
Required gs1:pip · gs1:recallStatus · gs1:allergenInfo
Recommended gs1:nutritionalInfo · gs1:ingredientsInfo · gs1:sustainabilityInfo
Cosmetics & personal care
Required gs1:pip · gs1:ingredientsInfo · gs1:safetyInfo
Recommended gs1:instructions · gs1:certificationInfo · gs1:recallStatus
Electronics & appliances
Required gs1:pip · gs1:instructions · gs1:safetyInfo
Recommended gs1:registerProduct · gs1:support · gs1:sustainabilityInfo
General merchandise
Required gs1:pip
Recommended gs1:instructions · gs1:sustainabilityInfo · gs1:registerProduct
Templates are 2DSync recommendations and are reviewed as the GS1 Web Vocabulary and retailer requirements change. gs1:pip is required for every type.