QR Code Hive Tags

Log hive inspections in seconds with QR Code Hive Tags

Simplify your beekeeping routine. Scan a tag and record a log. It’s the fastest way to keep every hive organized.

Choose your path:

  • DIY Printable Labels — print and stick your own QR labels for a simple, low-cost setup.

  • Durable 3D-Printed Tags — weather-proof tags that screw onto your hive and last season after season

Hive Tags Comparison

Comparison of self-printed label QR tags vs durable 3D-printed QR tags
Feature DIY Printed Labels Durable 3D-Printed Tags
Cost About $0.50-$0.75 each (DIY only) From $2.99 each (volume pricing available)
Durability Water-resistant label lasts 1–2 years outdoors before fading or peeling Weather-proof and UV-stable — lasts 2+ years
Required Materials & Equipment Laser printer, weatherproof sheet labels, backing tags, screwdriver, wood screws Screwdriver, wood screws
Mounting Method Applied to a plastic backing tag, then screwed to the hive Integrated plastic tag — screws directly to the hive
UV / Weather Resistance Limited — will degrade with sunlight and moisture Designed for long-term outdoor exposure
Replacement Frequency Replace every season or two Rarely needs replacement
Best For DIY setups, hobbyists, or short-term trials Beekeepers wanting durability and consistency

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How to use your QR Hive Tags

  1. Navigate to Hives tab of Hive Trackr App

  2. Click on the hive that you want to change the QR code for.

  3. Inside the hive details click on the QR Code button. A selection menu should appear.

  4. Click ‘Replace QR Code’ in the selection menu. Your camera should come up. If you haven’t given the app permission to use your camera, do so when prompted. If you have previously not allowed the app to use your camera, go to your phone’s system settings and enable camera usage for Hive Trackr app.

  5. Scan the QR code tag you want to update this hive to. It should automatically update. If you have another hive already using the same QR code it will display an error. Please use another tag or generate a new QR code for the other hive before reassigning its QR code to the new hive.

If you have any issues please contact us. We are happy to help troubleshoot and fix any problems.

Prefer DIY? Here are step-by-step instructions on how to make QR tags at home.

Materials & Equipment:

  1. 2” x 2” Square Weatherproof Labels

    1. 12 labels per sheet: Avery 64510, Premium Label Supply PLS299

    2. 20 labels per sheet: Online Labels OL330, Premium Label Supply PLS289

  2. Backing Tags (wood hive box is too rough to stick labels directly to)

  3. Wood Screws - to attach tags to hive box - #4 or similar

  4. Laser Printer - inkjet ink will smear with moisture

Instructions:

  1. Create all your hives in Hive Trackr

  2. Go to Settings tab then click the ‘Print QR Codes’ option

  3. Select the sheet configuration options: Number of labels per sheet, the starting position of the first label (for partially printed sheets)

  4. Select which hives you want to print QR Codes for.

  5. Click ‘Generate PDF’ button

  6. Load sheet labels into laser printer in the proper orientation.

  7. Use the print or share buttons to print the PDF directly from your device or to email / text the document to a device that you want to print the labels from.

  8. Place each printed label onto a backing tag.

  9. Attach backing tags with QR code label attached onto each hive box with a #4 screw or whatever screw size you prefer.