# Barcode Data Decoder Verifier

> Decode barcodes to verify encoded data and reveal hidden characters.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.idautomation.decoder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.idautomation.decoder)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.idautomation.decoder`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** IDAutomation.com
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 44,614
- **Rating:** 4.17 / 5 (84 ratings)
- **Version:** 2025
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-07
- **First published:** 2021-10-24
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 30 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.idautomation.decoder)
- **Website:** [http://www.idautomation.com](http://www.idautomation.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.idautomation.com/about-us/privacy-policy/](https://www.idautomation.com/about-us/privacy-policy/)

## Description

**Barcode Data Decoder Verifier** is a powerful Chrome extension designed to scan and decode a variety of barcode symbols for accurate verification of encoded data. It reveals hidden ASCII control characters, GS1 application identifiers, FNC AI codes, TLV, and Base64 encoded text, providing detailed insights about the symbol's encoding.

This tool supports popular 1D and 2D barcode formats such as Code 128, GS1-128, Code-39, ITF, QR-Code, Data Matrix, and PDF417. It parses GS1 encoded data to separate each application identifier and element string, unveiling ASCII control functions like FS, RS, GS, CR, LF, and EOT used in ISO/IEC 15434 standards. Primarily aimed at verifying barcodes created with fonts from idautomation.com, it also serves broader barcode decoding needs for developers, QA specialists, and supply chain professionals.

## Rankings

- #314,392 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app's ability to reliably decode various barcodes and provide detailed information, making it a helpful tool for work and personal use without ads. However, multiple users report poor scanning performance, especially for data matrix and certain driver's license barcodes, along with issues like poor autofocus and occasional app crashes, which limit its effectiveness in some cases.

### Pros

- Works perfectly and consistently decodes barcodes on the first try.
- Provides detailed and useful information about barcode types and data.
- Useful for identifying barcode symbologies and decoding barcode data accurately.
- No annoying ads enhancing user experience.
- Helpful for work-related barcode decoding tasks, including damaged codes and data matrix codes.

### Cons

- Does not scan or decode certain types of barcodes well, including data matrix codes and driver's license barcodes.
- Auto focus and scanning capability is poor, leading to difficulty reading basic and advanced barcodes.
- Some users experience app crashes when attempting to scan.
- Fails to scan barcodes in certain cases, returning garbage or no data.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.idautomation.decoder)