Best Family History Apps

FamilySearch Get Involved

Index history. Help families.

Free

Help preserve historical records by reviewing scanned documents and verifying names. Your contributions connect families with their ancestors by correcting computer-identified errors.

MyHeritage: Family Tree & DNA

Genealogy, Ancestry, Ethnicity

Free

Explore your family history, build a detailed family tree, and discover new relatives. Bring old photos to life with AI animation and uncover your ethnic heritage through DNA testing. Access billions of historical records to map your ancestry.

Together: Celebrate Family

Family connections, made easy

Free

This app helps families strengthen their connections by privately sharing life experiences, stories, and photos. It allows users to create private family groups and explore their family history to build a stronger future.

Memories Book Family History

LDS FamilySearch Compatible

Free

Easily generate a personalized family history book filled with photos and stories from your ancestors. Explore your family tree through interactive games and discover hidden memories. Requires a free account with FamilySearch.org.

Family History Escape

by Scott Hill

Free

Embark on a virtual escape room adventure to help spirits escape prison by uncovering their life stories. Each episode guides you through historical records and puzzles, making genealogy fun and accessible for all experience levels. Work solo or team up with friends on your own devices.

Find a Grave

by Ancestry.com Operations Inc.

Free

Access the world's largest free online collection of burial information. Search millions of graves, add new memorials with photos and GPS, and find loved ones' resting places. Honor ancestors by creating memorials and sharing discoveries.

Findmypast

Find your family story

Free

Explore your family history and discover your ancestors with a vast collection of historical records. Build your family tree, search billions of documents, and uncover your roots from anywhere. Engage with exclusive content like podcasts and quizzes to deepen your understanding of the past.

Family Tree Photo

Your family history visualised

Free

$7.99 | 100% OFF

Easily create and visualize your family history by adding members and letting the app automatically draw your family tree. Supports a wide range of relatives beyond direct ancestors and descendants.

Family Tree: Heritage History

My Ancestry: Ethnicity and DNA

Free

Build and explore your family history with this genealogy app. Create detailed profiles, visualize your ancestors' journeys on an interactive map, and even colorize old photos with AI. Preserve memories and connect with loved ones.

Family Tree Photo-Genealogy

Family Tree Builder & Manager

Free

Build and manage your family tree with multilingual member details and relationship mapping. Upload photos, browse timelines, and utilize smart search for efficient family history exploration. Zoom through generations to visualize connections.

Family Tree Maker Offline

Create family tree offline

Free

Create detailed family trees offline, adding member information, photos, and birth/death dates. Export your tree as a PDF for easy printing and sharing, or collaborate with others by merging their contributions.

GedView

Family Tree Viewer / Editor

$4.99

Access and edit your entire family tree on your mobile device. Quickly check relationships, dates, and locations, and record new information, photos, or videos on the go. Supports multiple trees and various file types.

Forebears

Bring your Family Tree to Life

Free

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.

Storied: Family History

Genealogy, Ancestry, & Stories

Free

This app goes beyond traditional genealogy to help you capture and share the stories and relationships that define your personal history. Record memories, add photos, and connect with friends, family, and ancestors to bring your life's narrative to life.

Family Tree*

Search My Heritage & Ancestry

Free

Build, explore, and research your family history with this app. Create an unlimited custom family tree, add photos and details, and utilize an AI genealogy expert for research assistance. Includes guides and tutorials to help you uncover your roots.

GensTree: Clan Genealogy

Search family, Family history

Free

Effortlessly manage and preserve your family history and lineage. Build extensive family trees, document ancestors' lives, and share your heritage with relatives. Features include multimedia storage, detailed biographies, and culturally diverse avatars.

True Heritage & Ancestry: EDNA

Nationality and Family Origin

Free

Discover your ancestry through a selfie. This app generates an era-authentic portrait of your ancestors and provides a detailed report on your nationality, ancestral city, craft, and historical diet. It connects your heritage to your present-day potential and offers insights for careers and lifestyles.