STRICH

STRICH is a JavaScript library for real-time, multi-format barcode scanning directly in web browsers. High-performance barcode scanning: Quickly and reliably scan barcodes in your web applications—no native app required! Simple, transparent pricing: No large upfront commitments, unlimited devices. Cancel anytime. 30-day free trial. Built for developers: Install via NPM, zero dependencies. Easily integrates with popular web frameworks. Why scan barcodes in web apps? Moving scanning workflows to web apps offers unique advantages over native apps. No app stores needed Avoid the hassle of app stores and their restrictions. Host your web app anywhere you like, with no platform risks. Easy distribution Share your app via a link or QR code. Web apps are always up to date. Lower development costs Write your app once for the web instead of relying on costly iOS/Android development. Eliminate duplication and invest in a single codebase. Counter app fatigue Don’t force users to install apps they rarely need. App fatigue is real—you likely don’t need a native app, especially for business applications. Native-like experience Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) allow web apps to be installed on users' home screens, boosting engagement and retention while offering advanced features like offline operation and push notifications. Built for the web STRICH is crafted from the ground up using modern web technologies. Standards-based STRICH leverages modern JavaScript and web standards like WebGL and WebAssembly for powerful image processing. Broad compatibility Works across all major browsers on Android and iOS, for both high-end and budget devices. Easy to integrate with all modern web frameworks. Developer-friendly Available on NPM with zero third-party dependencies. A single JavaScript file with TypeScript bindings and embedded WASM. Always evolving We track emerging web standards so you don’t have to. Constantly optimizing the scanning experience. 1D & 2D barcode scanning STRICH supports a wide range of 1D and 2D barcodes, with more in development. Check the list of supported barcode types. 1D symbologies Code 128, EAN, UPC, Code 39, Code 93, ITF, Databar, Codabar. 2D symbologies QR Code, Data Matrix, Aztec Code. PDF417 coming soon. On-device barcode detection All image processing happens on-device in real time, powered by modern web technologies. Built-in scanning UI Comes with a proven built-in UI so you don’t have to build your own. Includes common components like target overlays, camera selectors, flashlights, tap-to-focus, and more. Challenging codes Real-life barcodes are often hard to read. STRICH uses advanced image processing to improve read rates over simpler solutions.

STRICH is a JavaScript library for real-time, multi-format barcode scanning in browsers, offering high-performance recognition without native apps and easy developer integration.