Find a Grave: Optimize Your Search Results

Find a Grave: Optimize Your Search Results

Find a Grave is home to the world’s largest free collection of gravestone records. Learn how to make the most out of your searches for ancestor tombstones.

Get Started with DNA: From Testing to Results

If you’ve ever wondered what your DNA says about your family history, this course is for you! You’ll discover just how you can solve family mysteries with the help of a DNA test. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to make strategic decisions on what tests you and your relatives should take so you can identify and track down your ancestors’ records.

Best Resolutions for Scanned Photos and Documents

Take the mystery out of the best size for scanned documents. Here’s a quick dpi resolution guide for family photos and other genealogy records.

Beginner's Guide to Genealogy eBook

Start your family history research! This easy-to-understand guide will help you find your ancestors efficiently and with confidence. Inside, you'll find expert advice on the basics of genealogy, with tutorials for building a family tree, finding and understanding key genealogy records, and organizing your files and research, plus a roundup of can't-miss beginner-friendly genealogy websites. 

Premium: 12 Genealogy Research Process Secrets the Pros Know

Professional genealogists share their 12 top tips for staying organized, catching every clue, and making the most of your research minutes.

New! Find Your Ancestor’s Old World Town of Origin

In this episode, professional genealogist Rich Venezia offers some valuable research tips that will help you track down your ancestor’s Old World town of origin and find meaningful records. Plus: learn how to clean tombstones efficiently and respectfully and how you can use DeadFred.com to search for old photos of your ancestors and upload your own photos.