3 Steps for Prioritizing Which DNA Matches to Research First
It's hard to know which of your hundreds of DNA matches are most important. Learn how to sort through them to find those most useful to your research.
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DNA Q&A: Is It Possible My DNA Matches Aren’t Related?
If you're struggling to understand the relationships between DNA matches, our expert is here to help!
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What is a “Second Cousin Once Removed”? Premium
You've got questions about removed cousins and second (or further) cousins. Our experts have the answers.
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6 Things to Do When Your DNA Match Doesn’t Have a Tree Premium
Yes, you still can use your DNA matches even if there's no tree or genealogy information attached. Here are six ways to make no-tree matches work for you.
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DNA Q&A: All About Ethnicity Estimates Premium
What can you do with ethnicity estimates? Which company has the best? Our DNA expert weighs in.
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DNA Q&A: Organizing Your DNA Matches in 3 Steps Premium
It's easy to get overwhelmed with organizing DNA matches. Learn the best approach, plus three additional techniques for keeping track of all those cousins.
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How and Why to Download Raw Data from AncestryDNA Premium
Use your DNA for more-intense genealogy research (and take control of your data) by downloading your raw results from AncestryDNA.
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DNA Q&A: Analyzing DNA Matches Using Mirror Trees Premium
Just what are "mirror trees," and what do they have to do with your DNA results? Our DNA expert explains.
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How to Use Shared DNA to Determine Relationships Premium
DNA testing has opened up new doors for researchers hoping to find their birth parents. Learn how to use data in your DNA results to figure out relationships.
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Best Free DNA and Genetic Genealogy Websites Premium
You had your DNA tested, but now what's next? Solve genealogy mysteries with these indispensable, free online tools to analyze your DNA test results.
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4 Steps to Creating a Mirror Tree to Find Your Birth Family Premium
DNA testing has played a critical role in reuniting families around the world. Learn how to create mirror trees on AncestryDNA, the largest of the testing services.
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Tips for Triangulating Your DNA Matches Premium
Where do you fit in with your DNA matches? Triangulating a known relationship with unknown matches can reveal the answers. We'll show you how to do it.
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