How to Search Free Collections on Findmypast
Over 830 million records are free at Findmypast. Here’s what you can access and how to find it. Especially great for genealogy beginners and those with Irish Catholic roots!
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15 Essential Google Tools for Genealogy Research Premium
These 15 free, world-class Google tools help you organize your genealogy, find old records and more.
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5 Free Digital History Collections
These digital history collections are great free resources for historical and genealogical information. Find your favorite and get searching!
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Using Google Maps for Genealogy and Family History Premium
Take a step back in time! Learn how with this example using the free Google Maps for genealogy.
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4 Reasons to Try American AncesTREES Premium
Another great genealogy website to explore? Yes, please! American AncesTREES from AmericanAncestors.org offers a little something for everyone. From DNA visualization tools to creating your own videos, here are four compelling reasons to check it out.
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25 Best Genealogy Websites for Beginners
Hit the online road with this travel guide of starter tips and websites guaranteed to rev up your genealogy search.
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Free 10 Essential Genealogy Research Forms
Sign up for the Family Tree Newsletter and get 10 research forms as a special thanks!
7 Online Memorials for Remembering Loved Ones Premium
Online memorials are an excellent way to share memories, pictures, and much more with the family and friends of your loved one. We're sharing 7 of the best.
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9 Search Tips for Hard-to-Search Genealogy Websites Premium
You might be used to the multi-faceted searches and fancy algorithms of websites such as Ancestry, MyHeritage and FamilySearch. But sometimes the best brick wall-busting treasures are on free, volunteer-run or library websites that don’t enjoy the same investment as those bigger genealogy databases. With a little time and these nine tricks, though, you can unearth hard-to-find, free genealogy gems.
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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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11 Best Genealogy and History YouTube Channels Premium
It's not all viral videos and cat memes. Find the best genealogy videos on YouTube with these top genealogy YouTube channels.
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Who Owns My Content When I Post It on a Genealogy Website?
When uploading images of ancestors or providing family history online, it's important to understand the copyright laws involved. Here's what you need to know.
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Resource Roundup: 5 Free Genealogy Wikis Premium
What’s the resourceful genealogists crave most? Free online data. Luckily, wikis allow collaborative editing of their content by users. Here are 5 of our favorite genealogy wikis.
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