How to Use GEDCOM Genealogy Files Step-by-Step

GEDCOM Files: Sharing, Merging, Exporting and More

Though most people have little trouble using their genealogy software to enter data and print reports, handling GEDCOMs can be intimidating. Fear not: Our primer provides step-by-step instructions for creating and using GEDCOM files.

Online Course: Master Ancestry.com in 4 Weeks

Take full advantage of Ancestry.com's database, trees, and tools to find your ancestors. This mega-genealogy website is the go-to source for searches and DNA tests, but there's far more to the site than meets the eye. In this 4-week course, you'll learn how to master everything from the online trees and finding records, to mastering hints and and DNA matches.

How to Find Your Ancestors for Free

How do you find your ancestors for free? Here’s your guide to free genealogy websites, records, software, services and much more!

Genealogy Research Books

Our genealogy research books are here to help, no matter where you are on your genealogy journey. Learn how to cite your sources, find specific resources for women's genealogy, dive into ethnicities like Irish or German ancestry, and discover comprehensive research guides.

Premium: Ancestry.com Tips and Tricks for Beginners

To help jump-start your research on the site, here are our best Ancestry.com tips (not all of which even require paying for a subscription). As you work your way through these ideas, you’ll uncover even more Ancestry.com strategies that can help you branch out and document your family tree.