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The free family tree maker that respects your privacy

Build your family tree online in minutes. Add photos, birth and death years, and personal notes. Download your tree and reload it anytime — no account needed, ever.

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100%Free forever

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∞People per tree

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Features

Everything you need to preserve your family history

A complete, simple and private tool to document your family's legacy — for free.

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Photos & full profiles

Add a photo, full name, birth and death years, birthplace, occupation and personal notes for every family member.

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Save & reload

Download your tree as a file. Reload it anytime to keep editing — no data is ever lost, no cloud needed.

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100% private

Everything runs in your browser. Your family data, photos and notes are never sent to any server. Yours alone.

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Unlimited members

No limit on people or generations. Add grandparents, great-grandparents, cousins, children — as many as you need.

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Easy drag & drop

Drag people around, connect relatives in one click, and auto-organize the tree by generation.

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Works on any device

Use it on desktop, tablet or mobile — no app to download, no installation required.

Comparison

Why choose FamilyTreeFreeMaker?

We built the tool we always wanted — no paywalls, no sign-ups, no data harvesting.

Feature	FamilyTreeFreeMaker ✅	Ancestry	MyHeritage	FamilySearch
Price	Free forever	$24.99/mo	$14.99/mo	Free
Sign-up required	No ✓	Yes	Yes	Yes
Data stored on servers	Never ✓	Yes	Yes	Yes
Download your tree	Yes ✓	Paid only	Partial	Yes
Add photos	Yes ✓	Yes	Yes	Yes
Works without internet	Yes ✓	No	No	No

Why it matters

Family history is a gift to future generations

Every year that passes, the names, dates and stories of your ancestors fade away. Genealogy isn't just about where you come from — it shapes your sense of identity and belonging.

With FamilyTreeFreeMaker.com you can preserve that legacy digitally, share it with your whole family, and make sure it's never lost — completely free, no strings attached.

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How it works

Your family tree in 4 simple steps

No complicated setup. Your tree will be ready in under 5 minutes.

Add your first person

Start with yourself or any relative. Fill in their details and upload a photo.

Connect your family

Add parents, partners and children with one click. Connection lines draw automatically.

Organize your tree

Use the auto-layout by generation, or drag each card exactly where you want it.

Save and share

Download the file to your device. Share it with relatives — they can open and edit it too.

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Learn how to research your family history

Guides, tips and resources to build the most complete family tree possible.

Guide

How to make a family tree step by step

Everything you need to know to start from scratch: what information to gather and how to organize it.

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Research

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The best free resources, databases and archives to trace your family history back centuries.

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Resources

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Tools

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Guide

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is this family tree maker really 100% free?

Yes. No paid plans, no subscriptions, no hidden fees. Every single feature is free, forever.

Do I need to create an account or sign up?

No account needed. Your tree is saved as a file on your own device. Load it back at any time to continue editing.

Is my family data stored on your servers?

Never. Everything runs entirely in your browser. Your family photos and data are never transmitted to any server. You have full control.

How many people can I add to my family tree?

Unlimited. Add as many people as you need — grandparents, great-grandparents, cousins, children — across any number of generations.

Can I edit my family tree after saving it?

Yes. Save the file to your computer and whenever you want to continue editing, just upload it again. Everything will be exactly as you left it.

Can I share my tree with other family members?

Absolutely. Download your tree file and send it by email or messaging app. Your relatives can open it and view or edit the tree from their own devices.

Does it work on mobile and tablet?

Yes, it works on any device with a browser. For large trees with many members, a desktop or laptop will give you the most comfortable experience.

Ready to discover your family story?

Build your free family tree right now. No sign-up, no cost, no limits.

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