Looking for a simple way to keep beekeeping records digitally? HiveTag is a UK-focused beekeeping records app designed to replace paper hive inspection sheets, notebooks and spreadsheets. It helps you log hive inspections, apiaries, tasks, colony health notes and costs in one place.
HiveTag is a simple web app for hobby and small-scale beekeepers. Record inspections, keep track of what each hive needs and see where your beekeeping money is going over the season.
It runs in your browser on phone, tablet or desktop – nothing to install, just log in and go, whether you keep bees in Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan or elsewhere in the UK.
Not sure what you’re looking at during an inspection? HiveTag includes a Colony Health Check (bee disease helper) that guides you through common symptoms so you can record what you observe and decide what to check next. It’s designed to support good note-taking, not replace official guidance or bee inspector advice.
HiveTag works fully without NFC for simple digital record-keeping. If you choose to upgrade to the Premium plan, you can also use optional NFC hive tags to tap a hive and open its record instantly — ideal for busy apiary days and wet gloves. NFC features require a compatible device and separately purchased tags.
HiveTag focuses on a few things done well – not endless menus and settings. It’s designed to sit alongside your hive tool and smoker, not replace them.
Log inspections with notes on brood, stores, queen status, temperament and actions taken. Quickly see when you last visited each hive so you don’t miss important follow-ups or seasonal jobs.
Link tasks and to-dos to apiaries and hives. From feeding and treatments to equipment changes, HiveTag keeps a clear list of what needs doing and where, so you can plan your next visit more easily.
Track inventory items, expenses and sales so you can see what your beekeeping is really costing – or earning. Helpful whether you sell a few jars to friends or run a small sideline.
Use the Colony Health Check to guide your observations during inspections. It helps you note common signs and prompts you to record what you see so you can make better follow-up decisions. It is not a diagnosis tool and it does not replace official advice for notifiable diseases.
The app is designed to be simple enough that you’ll actually use it after a long afternoon in the bees.
HiveTag works perfectly well without any additional hardware. Optional NFC hive tags are a Premium feature for beekeepers who want faster access to hive records at the apiary.
HiveTag is designed so you can start small and grow into more features when you need them – no pressure to upgrade.
£0 per month
Perfect for trying HiveTag properly (1 apiary & 2 hives included).
No credit card required.
£4.99 / month
Everything in Free — without limits, plus NFC tap-to-log inspections and a dashboard view of your tagged hives.
Cancel anytime. All prices include VAT where applicable. NFC features require compatible devices and separately purchased tags.
You can stay on the Free plan for as long as you like. If your beekeeping grows and you want more headroom, you can upgrade securely through Stripe from inside the app.
A few common questions from new users. If you’re still unsure whether HiveTag is right for you, you can always start on the Free plan and try it alongside your current notebook.
No. HiveTag runs in a web browser on most modern phones, tablets and laptops. HiveTag works fully without NFC. Optional NFC hive tags are available on the Premium plan for quicker access to hive records with a tap.
HiveTag includes a Colony Health Check (bee disease helper) that guides you through common symptoms so you can record what you observe during inspections. It is not a diagnosis tool and it does not replace official advice for notifiable diseases.
Yes. Although it was built by a beekeeper in South Wales and tested around Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, HiveTag is designed for hobbyist beekeepers anywhere in the UK.
No. Your records are stored securely on our managed database. You can log in from any device with a browser and internet connection, so you can check hive notes at home or in the apiary.
Of course. You can export or copy your key records at any time and cancel a paid plan if you decide it’s not right for the way you keep bees.
HiveTag comes from the same place as the main BeezKnees website – a hobby beekeeper in South Wales who wanted clearer records and less guesswork from one season to the next, especially around Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Whether you’re running a single hive at the end of the garden or starting a small out-apiary, HiveTag is there to support your decision making, not replace it. The real work is still done by you – and the bees.
Want to know more about BeezKnees and the thinking behind the site? Read the About page.
