Free Plan
£0 per month
Perfect for a single apiary and a handful of hives.
- Basic apiary and hive records
- Core inspection notes and logbook
- Simple task lists so nothing gets missed
- Lightweight inventory, sales and expense tracking
For real beekeepers
Keep your hive records, tasks and costs together – without complicated software.
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.
HiveTag now supports optional NFC hive tags, so you can tap your phone on a tag and jump straight to that hive’s record – ideal for busy apiary days and wet gloves. NFC hive tags are available to purchase directly through BeezKnees.
Built around the way you actually work in the apiary
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.
Stay organised at each hive
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.
Know what needs doing – and where
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.
Keep on top of costs
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.
How HiveTag fits into your season
The app is designed to be simple enough that you’ll actually use it after a long afternoon in the bees.
1
Create your account on the Free plan. Add your name and email, log in from any device
and you’re ready to go.
2
Add your apiaries and hives. Give each colony a clear home in the app so you can see
which hive is where and what’s in it.
3
Record inspections and jobs as you go. Log checks, feeding, treatments and observations
while you’re at the hive – or when you get back indoors.
4
Track inventory, sales and expenses. Keep an eye on where your money is going – from
jars and foundation to honey sales.
HiveTag also supports optional NFC hive tags, so you can tap a tag on the hive and jump straight to its record, keeping your phone use quick and focused at the apiary.
Free plan first. Premium when you’re ready.
Choose a plan that fits the way you keep bees
HiveTag is designed so you can start small and grow into more features when you need them – no pressure to upgrade.
Most room to grow
Premium Plan
Paid upgrade
Better if you’re running several apiaries or growing hive numbers.
- More space for apiaries and hives
- Extra headroom for inspections and logbook entries
- Task lists that scale with more colonies and helpers
- Full use of inventory, sales and expense tools
- Access to upcoming Premium-only features
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.
Questions beekeepers often ask
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.
Do I need any special hardware to use HiveTag?
No. HiveTag runs in a web browser on most modern phones, tablets and laptops. NFC hive tags are optional, but fully supported – you can use them to jump straight to a hive’s record with a quick tap, or just use the app on its own.
Will HiveTag work if I keep bees outside South Wales?
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.
Is my data tied to one device?
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.
Can I stop using HiveTag if it’s not for me?
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.
Built by a beekeeper in South Wales
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.