What is Scanlily's UPC scanning feature?

It automatically pulls product information, images, and prices from a database of 550+ million items when you scan existing UPC or EAN barcodes, eliminating manual data entry.

Is UPC scanning free to use?

Free users can try the feature for one week before needing to subscribe to continue using it.

How many products are in the UPC database?

Over 550 million product matches covering most retail items with barcodes.

What information does UPC scanning capture?

Product name, brand, model number, color, weight, dimensions, product image, and current prices from multiple vendors.

Which retailers provide pricing data?

Amazon, Walmart, Target, Sears, Newegg, Indigo Books, MassGenie, Rakuten, and other major vendors.

How do I enable UPC scanning?

From any Item Page, click Type dropdown, edit your Item Type, check the UPC box, optionally drag it to the top, then save.

Can I choose which data to import?

Yes, when the product pulls up, you can select which attributes to import using checkboxes, maintaining control over your data.

How does this help with insurance documentation?

Quickly develop a complete inventory with values so you know the total replacement cost of belongings in case of fire or theft.

Can I use this for tax depreciation schedules?

Yes, after adding items with values, use Scanlily's reports or spreadsheet export to create depreciation reports for tax purposes.

Do I need to scan each item individually?

Yes, scan each product's UPC barcode, but the automatic data population makes it incredibly fast compared to manual entry.

UPC Scanning

This powerful feature allows you to scan existing UPC barcodes to pull up product information, image and prices and then instantly populate this information into your inventory. Free users can try this feature for a week before needing to subscribe for it.

Image of mobile phone scanning the UPC on a card game (Werewolf - Deluxe Edition)

Item Page with the werewolf game inserted, including the image

Instantly populate product info

Drawing from a database of over 550 million product UPC matches, the Scanlily UPC feature makes quick work of populating your home or business inventory.

This feature saves research and manual data entry for each product. It's an incredibly efficient way to add items with existing UPC codes. When the product pulls up, select which attributes you'd like to pull into Scanlily.

Establish Inventory Value

Get product price from different vendors. Used over many items, this is a shortcut to establish a total cost of your belongings.

Examples:

Quickly develop an inventory. In case of a fire, you'll know total value for insurance.
Create an asset depreciation schedule. After adding items, use Scanlily's web-based reports or spreadsheet to help create a depreciation report for tax purposes.

UPC scan results showing prices for item from different vendors

How to use scan UPCs with Scanlily

To use the feature, make sure the "UPC" attribute is visible for your items. If you didn't select UPC when you set up your account, you can follow these instructions to add it.