How to Print Barcode Labels from Etsy CSV Files (Simple Tool + Guide)
Every Etsy seller faces the same problem: You export your inventory CSV, and now you need barcode labels for your products.
The solutions are all not ideal:
Enter each SKU manually into free generators (hours of work)
Pay $30-90/month for inventory software you don't need
Handwrite everything
I built a tool that fixes this specific problem. Upload your Etsy CSV, pick your label size, print and your done in 30 seconds.
Get the tool for $37 if you already know you need this, or keep reading to see exactly how it works.
The Etsy Barcode Label Problem (Why This Is Harder Than It Should Be)
Problem 1: Etsy CSV Format Variations
When you export from Etsy, the SKU column might be called:
"SKU"
"Item SKU"
"Handle"
Sometimes it's missing entirely
Most barcode generators can't handle this. They expect perfect data in a specific format.
Problem 2: Bulk Generation Doesn't Exist
Free online barcode generators work great for one barcode at a time. Have 100 products? You’ll have to do 100 copy-paste operations.
Inventory software does bulk generation, but it's usually buried in features you don't need, and costs $348-1,068 per year.
Problem 3: Label Alignment Is Precise
Avery 5160 labels are exactly 1" x 2-5/8" (25.4mm x 66.675mm). If your off by even 1mm and by label #30, you're printing on the gaps between labels.
How My Etsy Barcode Generator Works
Step 1: Upload Your CSV
The tool automatically detects SKU columns by looking for:
SKU
Item SKU
Handle
Code
Barcode
Item Code
If your CSV uses any of these column names, it finds them automatically.
Step 2: Automatic SKU Generation
No SKUs yet? The tool generates them using this format:
25NOV-1001
25 = Day of month
NOV = Month (JAN, FEB, MAR, etc.)
1001 = Sequential number
This format lets you see when inventory was added at a glance. Products from 15JAN are obviously older than 20NOV.
The tool remembers the last number used (stored in your browser), so you never get duplicates.
Step 3: Choose Your Label Size
The tool includes 5 templates:
Avery 5160/5260 - Address Labels
Size: 1" x 2-5/8" (30 per sheet)
Use for: Most products
Cost: ~$24 for 3,000 labels on Amazon
Avery 5163/5263 - Large Address Labels
Size: 2" x 4" (10 per sheet)
Use for: Storage bins, boxes
Cost: ~$26 for 1,000 labels
Avery 5167/5267 - Tiny Labels
Size: 0.5" x 1.75" (80 per sheet!)
Use for: Jewelry, very small items
Cost: ~$28 for 8,000 labels
Avery 5195 - Small Labels
Size: 0.67" x 1.75" (45 per sheet)
Use for: Small products
Cost: ~$25 for 4,500 labels
Dymo 30334 - Label Printer
Size: 2.25" x 1.25" (1 per sheet)
Use for: If you have a Dymo label printer
Cost: Depends on your printer
Step 4: Print
Click print. Your browser's print dialog opens. Make sure:
Scale: 100% (not "fit to page")
Margins: Default or None
Paper size: Letter (8.5" x 11")
The CSS is configured with exact measurements for each template.
Features That Actually Matter for Etsy Sellers
localStorage Memory
Remembers your last SKU number
Saves your products between sessions
No account or login needed
Data stays on your computer only
Reference List Export
Generates a CSV with:
SKU
Product Name
Status (Original or Generated)
Date Created
Print this and keep it with your inventory for quick lookups.
Bulk Processing
Upload a CSV with 1,000 products, get 1,000 labels. Not one at a time like free generators.
Works Offline
Once downloaded, it's an HTML file. Internet goes out, don’t worry it will still work. Computer dies? Copy the file to a new one.
Who This Tool Is Actually For
Perfect For:
Etsy sellers with 20+ products
Craft fair vendors (scan items into Square)
Anyone prepping for Amazon FBA
Multi-channel sellers (same SKU everywhere)
People who hate monthly subscriptions
Not For:
Less than 20 products (just handwrite them)
Need cloud sync between computers
Want custom label designs
Need sizes other than the 5 included
Want full inventory management
Cost Comparison: Real Numbers
This Tool:
$37 one-time
Use it forever
No recurring charges
If you make labels once a month, the tool pays for itself versus the cheapest subscription in 6 weeks.
Save $301+ per year and get the tool here
Still not sure? Keep reading for setup instructions and common questions.
Setup Instructions for Etsy Sellers
Getting Your Etsy CSV:
Go to Shop Manager
Settings → Options → Download Data
Click "Download CSV" under Listings
Save the file
Using the Tool:
Open the HTML file in Chrome/Firefox/Safari
Upload your CSV
Pick "Avery 5160" (most common)
Click Generate
Print
Total time: 30 seconds
First Time Setup:
Buy labels (Avery 5160 from Amazon/Staples)
Test print on regular paper first
Hold up to label sheet to check alignment
Print on labels
Common Questions from Etsy Sellers
What if my products don't have SKUs?
The tool generates them automatically using the date format (25NOV-1001, 25NOV-1002, etc.)
Can I use my existing SKUs?
Yes. It only generates SKUs for products that don't have them.
Does it work with Shopify CSVs too?
If the columns are named similarly (SKU, Title, Product, etc.), yes.
What about custom label sizes?
Not supported. You get the 5 included sizes only.
Can I add product names to labels?
You can choose to show/hide product names. They appear below the barcode if enabled.
What barcode type does it use?
CODE128 - works with every barcode scanner.
Do I need special label paper?
No. Any brand that matches Avery sizes works. Generic labels from Amazon are fine.
Is this really a one-time payment?
Yes. No subscription, no recurring charges, no upsells. You download an HTML file and use it forever.
The Bottom Line for Etsy Sellers
This tool does one thing: turns Etsy CSV exports into printable barcode labels.
It doesn't track inventory. It doesn't sync to the cloud. It doesn't have a mobile app.
It just makes barcode labels. Quickly. Without a subscription.
If that's what you need, it's worth $37.
Get the Etsy Barcode Label Generator
What you get:
HTML file that works forever
Reads Etsy/Shopify CSVs
5 label templates
Auto-SKU generation (25NOV-1001 format)
Browser storage (no login)
Email support
What you don't get:
Monthly fees
Cloud features
100 features you won't use
Upsells
Price: $37 (one-time payment)
Questions? Email me directly: themicrodosemethod@gmail.com
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