How to Change Your FamilyTreeDNA Order [FAQ]
Need to change your order? Learn what to do if you ordered a test on the wrong account, shipped a test to the wrong address, or ordered a new test that was supposed to be an upgrade.
Researching the Ancestry of Formerly-Enslaved African American Families, Part 1: Up to the 1870 Brick Wall
Discover expert tips, resources and strategies for tracing formerly-enslaved African American ancestors up to the 1870 brick wall.
Y-DNA Sheds New Light on the Medieval Genealogies of the Uí Briúin Dynasty of Northwest Ireland, Part 2
Continue learning how Y-DNA shed new light on the medieval genealogies of the Uí Briúin dynasty of northwest Ireland.
Are You Researching the Right Surname?
Wondering if you're researching the right surname? Dive into how autosomal and Y-DNA testing and genealogy records can confirm your family history and uncover ancestral origins.
What’s New in Ancient DNA and Ancient Discover™ Connections
Read about the latest in ancient DNA research with new insights from Mayan, Neolithic, and Late Roman periods, integrated into FamilyTreeDNA Discover.
How Autosomal DNA Testing Works
How does autosomal DNA testing work? Read part two of our five part series on autsomal DNA.
Introducing the Discover™ Classic Tree for Y-DNA
Learn about the Discover Classic Haplotree for Y-DNA, the newest tree from FamilyTreeDNA.
Granddaughter Finds Her Roots with mtDNA and Historical Records
A FamilyTreeDNA customer shares her inspiring journey of uncovering her maternal lineage using mtDNA, autosomal DNA, and Group Projects. Her research led to the remarkable discovery of a connection to one of the King's Daughters.
The Gospel According to Gene: The Discovery of a Mom’s Racial Passing in Vermont
Jerome Narramore, FamilyTreeDNA Group Project Administrator, discovers his mother's racial passing in Vermont, leading to profound self-revelation and advocacy.