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Random ISBN Generator

Generate ISBN 10 and ISBN 13 numbers with a correct check digit for test catalogues.

Random ISBN Generator

978-1-8473-2091-4

ISBN-13, valid check digit

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Generate test ISBNs

This tool creates random ISBN book numbers with a correct check digit, in the modern thirteen digit format or the older ten digit one. Use them for testing catalogue systems, forms and imports that validate an ISBN.

Two formats, two checks

An ISBN-13 starts 978 or 979 and ends in a mod 10 check digit, the same scheme as a product barcode. An ISBN-10 ends in a mod 11 check that can be the letter X for the value ten. The tool applies the right calculation for each format so both validate.

Test data only

These ISBNs are well formed but do not point at any real title. They are for testing and demos, built in your browser with nothing sent anywhere.

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Frequently asked questions

What is an ISBN

The International Standard Book Number that identifies a book edition. It comes in a thirteen digit and an older ten digit form, both ending in a check digit.

Are the check digits correct

Yes. ISBN-13 uses a mod 10 check and ISBN-10 uses a mod 11 check, which can be X. The tool calculates both correctly.

Are these real books

No. They are random valid looking ISBNs for testing, not tied to any published title.

Can I choose the format

Yes. Switch between ISBN-13 and ISBN-10 with a tap.

Is it free

Yes, free and with no sign up.

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