💰Free ISBNs are assigned by print on demand companies, while paid ISBNs are purchased and owned privately
📚Free ISBNs can only be used with the specific print on demand company that assigns them
📖Paid ISBNs allow you to list yourself or your publishing company as the publisher
🔀Using different free ISBNs for different print on demand companies may result in multiple listings for your book
💡Consider your goals, budget, and future publishing plans when deciding between free and paid ISBNs
Can I use a free ISBN for both paperback and ebook editions?
—Yes, you can use a free ISBN for the paperback edition, but it's not required for the ebook edition.
Can I change the publisher name if I use a free ISBN?
—No, when using a free ISBN, the print on demand company is listed as the publisher, not you.
Do I need to buy barcodes with my ISBNs?
—No, print on demand companies provide barcodes for free when using their ISBNs.
Can I use the same paid ISBN for different print on demand companies?
—Yes, using a paid ISBN allows you to use the same number across different platforms.
What should I consider when choosing between free and paid ISBNs?
—Consider your publishing goals, budget, and preference for listing yourself as the publisher.
00:01ISBN stands for International Standard Book Number and is assigned to every book worldwide
03:31Free ISBNs are assigned by print on demand companies like Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
05:41Paid ISBNs allow you to control the publisher name and are recommended for serious authors
08:40Consider your publishing goals and future plans when choosing between free and paid ISBNs
09:59Get free ISBNs from your chosen print on demand company or purchase paid ISBNs privately
13:46MyIdentifiers.com is a reliable source for purchasing paid ISBNs
