All things FamilyTreeDNA and genealogy.

The Updated mtDNA Tree of Humankind has expanded again, adding more than 12,700 new maternal haplogroups. This update deepens global mtDNA coverage and enhances maternal lineage research for genealogists and scientists alike.

From family tree programs to research databases and DNA tools, discover this year’s best genealogy software and subscriptions to support any researcher’s next breakthrough.

Support the family historian in your life with genealogy education gifts that strengthen their research skills and deepen their connection to the past.

Celebrate connection, curiosity, and heritage with books that remind us every family has a story worth discovering and passing on.

From Family Finder to Big Y-700, discover DNA tests that make unforgettable genealogy gifts.

Real legends rest in your DNA. Explore how genetic testing reveals the truth behind vampires, fear, and the families who inspired the myths.

Real mummies walk among your DNA results. Explore how genetic testing uncovers links to ancient remains in our Genes and Screams series.

Andrew Hochreiter shares how DNA testing and genealogy records revealed the deeper story of his German ancestry—from Bavaria to the Mediterranean.

Discover how FamilyTreeDNA’s Group General Fund powers collaborative DNA research, supporting genealogists and volunteers in their quest for discovery.

Think Y-DNA testing is just for men? Think again. Women can gain incredible insights into their paternal ancestry by encouraging their fathers, brothers, or uncles to test. Here’s how Y-DNA can help you trace your family line farther than ever before.