June 3, 2024
How Y-DNA Testing Works
How does Y-DNA testing work? Read part two of our five part series on Y-DNA.
May 24, 2024
Y-DNA Sheds New Light on the Medieval Genealogies of the Uí Briúin Dynasty of Northwest Ireland, Part 1
Learn how Y-DNA has helped shed new light on the medieval genealogies of the Uí Briúin dynasty of northwest Ireland and what this new information means for genetic genealogists.
April 16, 2024
What is Y-DNA?
Exploring your paternal lineage uncovers a treasure trove of family history. Y-DNA testing, pioneered by FamilyTreeDNA since 2000, guides this journey. You can discover new ancestors and validate family connections by testing your Y-DNA. Learn about the evolution of Y-DNA testing and the advancements reshaping our understanding of paternal ancestry.
February 21, 2024
Ancient Lineages: A 49,000-Year-Old Branch Split in Y-DNA Haplogroup E Confirmed 15 Years After Initial Discovery
A customer with a Family Finder test received a Y-DNA haplogroup that led to the rediscovery of a haplogroup that was discovered 15 years ago.
November 27, 2023
Recruit Potential Y-DNA Testers From Your Family Finder Match List
Master using Family Finder to identify potential Y-DNA matches and refine research.
September 13, 2023
Uncovering Surname Origins: Mark’s Journey with FamilyTreeDNA
Join Mark Bankston as he unravels his family's Swedish heritage, discovering surprising lineage connections. Curiosity led him to a revelation. What will your DNA reveal about your past?
August 16, 2023
Discovering Irish Roots: Paul’s Journey with FamilyTreeDNA
Paul McMonagle made a surprising discovery about his father's lineage when he took a Y-37 test. He discovered his Irish roots, connected with Y-DNA matches, and found his place on the Tree of Mankind.
June 7, 2023
What One Tester Learned About Daniel Boone Through DNA Testing
Uncover Boone Day, honoring Daniel Boone's journey, the Portwood connection, and DNA revelations, tracing Katy’s 6th great-grandfather's role at Fort Boonesborough.
May 2, 2023
Y-DNA: The Ultimate Course for Tracing Your Family History
Discover the power of Y-DNA for genealogy with Your DNA Guide's three-week course. Learn to analyze results, solve mysteries, and answer your burning questions.
May 1, 2023
Group Projects for Irish Ancestry: How DNA Testing and Collaboration Have Benefited Family History Research
Learn how DNA testing and Group Projects have transformed Irish genealogy research with Margaret O’Shea-Jordan.