RootsMagic 8 (NEW!) and RootsMagic 7 Software Reviews

RootsMagic 8 (NEW!) and RootsMagic 7 Software Reviews

Learn (and compare) all the new upgrades and features of RootsMagic 8 from our genealogy software expert.

Find Your Immigrant Ancestors

Many people become interested in genealogy because they want to learn more about where their family came from—specifically, to discover the identify of their immigrant ancestors. This course will teach you how to identify the immigrant ancestors in your family tree using US records, identify their hometown, and how to pinpoint when and where he or she left (especially those who arrived after 1850).

GEDCOM Files: Sharing, Merging, Exporting and More

Here is everything you need to know about GEDCOM files: what they are, how to share them and how to download them.

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: The 12 Best German Genealogy Websites

Dive into millions of church records, immigration documents, gazetteers, maps and more with these top German genealogy websites.

Did you know that Family Tree has a FREE podcast? We do! Our podcast began back in 2008 and is still going strong with a new episode every month. Join our host, Lisa Louise Cooke, for interviews and tips from genealogy experts on a variety of research topics. Listen online, on YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!