Family Tree Maker
More than genealogy software—Family Tree Maker is a trusted home for your family history. We combine powerful tools with dedicated support so you can preserve and share your heritage with confidence.
- ✓Family Tree Maker Download & Copies
- ✓Setup & Installation Guides
- ✓Upgrade & Migration Assistance
- ✓Backup & Restore Guides
- ✓Sync Error & Troubleshooting
- ✓No Internet Fix Guide
- ✓FamilySearch Integration Help
- ✓Media & Document Management
- ✓TreeVault Cloud Support
Welcome to Family Tree Maker
Family Tree Maker is the most trusted genealogy software for preserving your family history—combining powerful research tools with an intuitive interface that grows with you.
Whether you're new to genealogy or managing a large tree, you'll find everything you need to document and share your heritage for generations to come.
Why Choose Family Tree Maker?
TreeVault Cloud Services
Keep your research safe and accessible. TreeVault syncs your family tree across devices with automatic backups, so you can work from your laptop, tablet, or desktop without missing a beat.
Charting & Reports
Build pedigree charts, descendant trees, and fan charts with professional layouts. Customize colors, fonts, and formats to create keepsakes worthy of framing.
Media Management
Attach photos, documents, and recordings to every person in your tree. Advanced tagging and search help you find exactly what you need when you need it.
Color Coding & Smart Matching
Organize research by color and spot relationships at a glance. Smart matching flags potential duplicates so you can merge records with confidence.
FamilySync & Hints
Connect to FamilySearch and explore billions of records. Intelligent hints surface possible ancestor matches—saving time and deepening your discoveries.
FamilySearch Integration
Search, attach, and verify FamilySearch records without leaving Family Tree Maker. Stay current with the latest features as they release.
Expert Support When You Need It
Need help with installation, migration, or learning the software? Our support team is here to guide you—every step of the way.
Smart Solutions for Your Family History
Moving between Windows and Mac, or upgrading to a new computer? Family Tree Maker makes the switch simple. Our migration tools transfer your tree, media, and notes without losing a single detail.
Pick up right where you left off—no matter which platform you choose—and keep building your family story.
Transfer FTM to a New Computer
Moving Family Tree Maker 2019 to another computer is straightforward. Follow these steps to migrate your data safely.
- 1Create a backup using the built-in backup feature on your current computer
- 2Install Family Tree Maker 2019 on your new computer
- 3Restore your backup file using the restore function
- 4Confirm that all media files and data transferred correctly
- 5Activate your license on the new device
What is Family Tree Maker?
Family Tree Maker helps you discover, preserve, and share your family history. It brings together research tools, clear organization, and beautiful charting—whether you're a beginner or an experienced genealogist.
Build detailed trees, attach photos and documents, create reports, and sync with FamilySearch—all in one place. Smart matching, color coding, and cloud sync make research smoother and more rewarding.
Family Tree Maker Upgrade
Family Tree Maker gives you the tools genealogists rely on. Upgrading unlocks better charting, improved media management, and tighter integration with FamilySearch and other research sources.
The upgrade preserves your existing data and adds new reporting options, performance improvements, and access to the latest features—so you can keep building your family story with confidence.
Key Features at a Glance
Everything you need to research, organize, and share your family history.
Pedigree View
Classic ancestry tree layout
Family View
Complete family units and relationships
Name List
Quick access to everyone in your tree
Individual Details
Full profile for each person
Media Gallery
Photos and documents in one place
Research Log
Track sources and findings
From your first ancestor to a full family network, Family Tree Maker supports every step of your genealogy journey.
System Requirements
Windows
Operating System
Windows 7 or later (64-bit)
Processor
1 GHz Intel processor or greater
RAM
2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)
Hard Disk Space
1 GB free hard disk space
Display
1024 x 768 resolution or higher
Internet Connection
Required for activation and updates
macOS
Operating System
macOS 10.13 or later
Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo or greater
RAM
2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)
Hard Disk Space
1 GB free hard disk space
Display
1024 x 768 resolution or higher
Internet Connection
Required for activation and updates
What Our Customers Say
"Family Tree Maker is simply the best genealogy software available. It's intuitive, powerful, and has helped me discover so much about my family history."
John S., San Jose, CA
Common Issues We Help With
Sync Issues
Troubleshoot synchronization problems between devices and cloud services.
Software Upgrade Errors
Resolve installation and upgrade issues when updating to the latest version.
Tree Disappearance
Recover missing family tree data and restore your genealogy work.
Missing Media Files
Locate and restore photos, documents, and other media attachments.
Mobile Version Display Issues
Fix display and functionality problems on mobile and tablet devices.
Family Member Updates Not Reflecting
Ensure changes and updates are properly saved and synchronized.