How to Transfer Your Family Tree Data between Ancestry and FamilySearch
As you research your family, you could use both Ancestry and FamilySearch to gather your data. However, you soon realize that it’s pretty challenging to transfer family tree data from one website to the other. In this article, I will walk you through easy as well as some hard methods on how to transfer family tree data from Ancestry to FamilySearch.
The Easier Way to Transfer Family Tree Data b/w Ancestry and FamilySearch
The Family Tree Maker (FTM) software streamlines the process of transferring data since it allows synchronizing with a user’s tree on both Ancestry and FamilySearch. In this regard, you link your account with FTM from the two sites such that any changes will affect both, meaning you won’t have to reinput the information by hand.
The Harder Way to Transfer Family Tree Data b/w Ancestry and FamilySearch
To import a GEDCOM from Ancestry into FamilySearch, download the file, but not through Family Tree Maker. First, export your tree as a GEDCOM from Ancestry, then upload the file to FamilySearch. Be very careful at this stage in transferring your data, for it is very easy to get either duplicates or misses in the uploading.
Conclusion
Transferring family tree data between Ancestry and FamilySearch would depend on the method used. Family Tree Maker software is easier to use, though manual uploads require more effort. Use the most suitable method to better protect your family history on both platforms.
FAQs:
Can I transfer data between Ancestry and FamilySearch?
Yes, possible to use with or without software.
Which way is easiest to transfer family tree data?
The easiest way is by using Family Tree Maker.
Can I use the GEDCOM file to transfer?
Yes, you may do a manual transfer by using a GEDCOM file.
Is data automatically synced to Ancestry and FamilySearch?
Yes, only if you use syncing software like Family Tree Maker.
Do I need two accounts to make a transfer?
Yes, you’ll need an account on both sides.