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For centuries, genealogists have kept track of their research on paper.You could still do that today, but if you’re not using genealogy software, you’re really missing out. Modern genealogy software has tons of useful features for everyone, from the rank amateur just starting out to the seasoned professional. But with so many choices of software out there, which one is the best for you? Read on, and we’ll give you our top five picks. (1) Family Tree Maker 2017, (2) Legacy 9, (3) Family Historian 6, (4) RootsMagic 7, (5) Family Tree Heritage 9

Family Historian 6 is the latest version of the powerful, award-winning genealogy program with comprehensive features designed to meet the needs of the beginner and expert alike. See What’s New in Version 6 for the latest new features and enhancements. To learn more about Family Historian 6, take The Tour, see the Feature List or view Reviews & Awards. For purchase options, please visit the Store.

Building your family tree is easy when you have all the right tools! Family Tree Heritage brings you powerful yet easy-to-use features to help you tell your family story. Searching for ancestors and creating your tree is just clicks away! Find records and important documents by searching the world’s largest genealogy database.

Family Tree Maker makes it easier than ever to discover your family story, preserve your legacy and share your unique heritage. If you’re new to family history, you’ll appreciate how this intuitive program lets you easily grow your family tree with simple navigation, tree-building tools, and integrated Web searching. If you’re already an expert, you can dive into the more advanced features, options for managing data, and a wide variety of charts and reports. The end result is a family history that you and your family will treasure for years to come!

Legacy Family Tree 9 is a FamilySearch-certified genealogy software program that can integrate with online databases and genealogy services. Its outdated interface is reminiscent of Microsoft Word 2004, but it’s very easy to navigate and efficient for data entry, making it ideal for genealogists who spend hours at a time indexing. While its charts are average at best, its charting capabilities are comprehensive, and it offers some charting options other programs don’t. When you consider its ability to achieve perfect GEDCOM accuracy without the high cost of the best genealogy software, it’s clear why Legacy Family Tree is the value pick.

RootsMagic is the award-winning genealogy software which makes researching, organizing, and sharing your family history easy! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced professional, RootsMagic is the perfect tool for you!.

RootsMagic Essentials is free genealogy and family tree software that offers many core features found in RootsMagic 7. Downloading RootsMagic Essentials is absolutely free and is the easiest way to start tracing your family history. If you are not sure about which Genealogy Application to use, then this free one will allow you to check it out.