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Forebears

Forebears

Bring your Family Tree to Life

46 ratings
14 reviews
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Archived App (Last seen on 17 Jul 2026)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 3, 2021
  • March 25, 2026

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About

Build and manage your family tree with this comprehensive genealogy app. It offers a unique graphic interface for navigation and allows you to own your data without subscriptions. Import GEDCOM files or create your tree from scratch, with powerful tools for analysis and export.

✓GEDCOM Import/Export
✓Wonder Wheel interactive interface
✓Ancestral Circle chart
✓Classic Family Tree view
✓Anniversary Calendar
✓Analysis and Search tools
✓Publish to PDF
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What's New in Forebears

4.3.5

March 25, 2026

Minor changes and information about new MyForebears release

User reviews

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Great for Reading Family Trees

This is a really great program for looking at genealogical data files. The program can read native forebear files and can import .ged files.
SamS_CTSamS_CT

Gedcom

The new family tree feature is fantastic. Best genealogy app on the market!
FalafelfliegeFalafelfliege

Confusing

Difficult to use and seems to be impossible to edit if you make a mistake. I couldn’t gave up after entering just one or two people when it confused the relationships.
SCha13SCha13

No Tree View

Difficult to use and does not have a family tree view. Very buggy. No use to me!
RemekTekRemekTek

Response from developer

Hi. I’m sorry to hear this and my apologies. If you’re able to contact me on the app’s support email then I’ll investigate the bugs you’re finding urgently. You’re right that Forebears doesn’t currently display a family tree diagram and whilst I probably should add one, it’s missing for a reason. Family trees look forwards through the generations which is useful I agree to show distant cousins. However, family history looks backwards through prior generations and for this I find the Ancestral Wheel far more useful as it shows both the female and male ancestors. My app is called Forebears for a reason: it’s uniquely good at illustrating a person’s forebears. If you feel able, please give Forebears another go and meanwhile I’ll work on making it even better in the next release!

Feels clunky

Moving around app is clunky. The wheel is effective for working with a specific individual only, moving around to others not directly associated with an individual is a more annoying process than it should be. I was not impressed.
zoltraczoltrac

Response from developer

Thanks for this feedback! So didn’t the left-hand pane with all group members listed and a search bar help? Perhaps I’m missing your point and then I’m sorry. If you’d like to reach out to me on the app’s support email then we can maybe get clear on the improvements you’d find helpful. Very likely I can make changes.

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FAQ

How do I import my family tree into Forebears?

Forebears allows you to import GEDCOM files of any size from popular genealogy apps. You can also build your family tree directly within the app.

Can I export my family tree from Forebears?

Yes, you can export your family tree as a GEDCOM file to share with other users and systems. Forebears also supports exporting Forebears Folders, which include GEDCOM, images, and notes.

What is the 'Wonder Wheel' in Forebears?

The Wonder Wheel is a unique graphic interface in Forebears that allows you to build, navigate, and view complex family histories through simple tap gestures. It helps visualize nuclear families and move easily through generations.

Does Forebears require a subscription?

No, Forebears is a free app and does not require any costly subscriptions. You own your data entirely.

What kind of analysis tools does Forebears offer?

Forebears includes tools to find the fastest path between relatives, search members by name or position, and perform advanced searches by occupation, location, and event-date. It can also identify sub-groups and logical inconsistencies in GEDCOM imports.

How often is Forebears updated?

The latest version of Forebears is 4.3.5, which was last updated on March 25, 2026. This indicates a relatively recent update cycle.

What devices does Forebears support?

Forebears is supported on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. The iPad version offers enhanced features like displaying more generations and charts.

What is the age rating for Forebears?

Forebears has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in family history.