Intuitive Drag & Drop Interface
Build family trees effortlessly with our intuitive drag-and-drop interface. Add, move, and connect family members with simple gestures. Perfect for genealogy beginners and experts alike.
Free Family Tree Builder & Genealogy Software
Create beautiful, interactive family trees with our intuitive drag-and-drop interface. Build unlimited family trees, preserve memories, and discover your family heritage - completely free forever.
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What is MapMyRoots?
MapMyRoots is a free online family tree creation tool that helps you visualize and preserve your family history. Unlike expensive genealogy services, we focus on making family tree building simple, beautiful, and accessible to everyone.
π― Purpose-Built for Family Trees
Designed specifically for creating visual family trees, not overwhelming genealogy research
π° Completely Free
No subscription fees, premium tiers, or hidden costs. All features included forever
π Your Data, Your Control
Export your family trees anytime in multiple formats. No vendor lock-in
Interactive Family Tree Preview
See how easy it is to build beautiful family trees
Try Live Demo βPowerful Family Tree Features
Everything you need to create comprehensive family trees and preserve your family history
Interactive Family Tree Canvas
Beautiful, responsive family trees with smooth animations, zoom controls, and multiple viewing modes. Works perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
Detailed Family Profiles
Store comprehensive information for each family member including names, birth/death dates, relationships, photos, and personal notes. Build rich family histories.
Multiple View Modes
Switch between visual tree view and organized table view. Sort, filter, and search your family data in the way that works best for your genealogy research.
Export & Share Options
Export your family tree as high-resolution images, PDFs for printing, or JSON data for backup. Share your family history with relatives worldwide.
100% Free Forever
No hidden costs, subscription fees, or premium features. Build unlimited family trees and preserve your family history forever, completely free.
Family Tree Examples & Use Cases
See how families use MapMyRoots for different purposes
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Family Reunions
Perfect for family reunions - create large-format trees to display at events and help relatives connect
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School Projects
Students love using MapMyRoots for genealogy assignments and family history projects
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Memorial Gifts
Create beautiful family trees as memorial gifts or to preserve the legacy of elderly relatives
How to Build Your Family Tree
Get started in minutes with our simple 3-step process
Add Family Members
Start by adding yourself and begin building outward. Add parents, siblings, children, and extended family with detailed profiles including photos and personal information.
Connect Relationships
Use our simple connection tools to link family members. Define relationships like parent-child, spouse, or custom connections. The family tree updates automatically.
Customize & Share
Personalize your tree with colors and styles. Export as beautiful high-resolution images, PDFs for printing, or share your family history digitally with loved ones.
Why Choose MapMyRoots?
See how we compare to other family tree software
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Ancestry.com
MyHeritage
Monthly Cost
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β $24.99/month
β $12.95/month
Family Tree Builder
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Export Options
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All Formats
β Limited
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No Registration
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Start Immediately
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What Families Say About MapMyRoots
Join over 15,000 families preserving their heritage with our free family tree software
"This tool made creating our family tree so much easier than I expected. The drag-and-drop interface is intuitive and the results are beautiful. My grandmother was thrilled to see four generations displayed so clearly."
"We used this for our family reunion and it was a huge hit! Being able to print out large format trees and save them digitally was perfect for sharing with relatives around the world. Best genealogy tool I've found."
"The canvas-based interface is so smooth and responsive. I love how I can zoom in and out, drag people around, and everything just works perfectly on both my computer and tablet. Much better than expensive alternatives."
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about MapMyRoots family tree software
Is MapMyRoots completely free to use?
Yes, MapMyRoots is completely free with no hidden costs, subscription fees, or premium tiers. You can create unlimited family trees and access all features forever. We believe family history preservation should be accessible to everyone.
How does MapMyRoots compare to Ancestry.com or MyHeritage?
Unlike paid services like Ancestry.com ($24.99/month) or MyHeritage ($12.95/month), MapMyRoots is completely free and focuses on family tree visualization rather than genealogical research. You own your data and can export it anytime in multiple formats.
What file formats can I export my family tree in?
You can export your family tree as high-resolution images (PNG, JPG), PDF documents perfect for printing, or JSON data for backup and sharing with other genealogy software. No restrictions or watermarks.
Do I need to register or create an account?
No registration required! You can start building your family tree immediately. However, creating a free account lets you save your trees online and access them from any device.
Can I use MapMyRoots on mobile devices?
Yes, MapMyRoots works perfectly on desktop computers, tablets, and mobile phones. The responsive design adapts to your screen size while maintaining full functionality.
How many people can I add to my family tree?
There's no limit! You can add as many family members as you want and create multiple family trees. Users have successfully created trees with hundreds of family members.
Can I import data from Ancestry.com or other services?
Currently, MapMyRoots doesn't support direct imports from other services. However, if you have a GEDCOM file from another genealogy service, you can manually enter the information into MapMyRoots. We're working on adding GEDCOM import functionality in future updates.
Can I add photos to my family tree?
Photo support is currently in development. For now, you can add comprehensive text information including names, dates, relationships, and notes for each family member.
How do I print my family tree?
You can export your family tree as a high-resolution PNG or PDF file using the export menu in the builder. These formats are perfect for printing at any size, from standard paper to large format posters for family reunions.
How do I back up my family tree data?
Regular backups are essential! Use the export feature to download your family tree as a JSON file. Save this file to your computer, cloud storage, or USB drive. You can reload it anytime using the import feature.
What browsers does MapMyRoots support?
MapMyRoots works on all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. We recommend using the latest version of your preferred browser for the best experience.
Can I share my family tree with relatives?
Yes! Export your family tree as an image, PDF, or JSON file and share it via email, cloud storage, or messaging apps. Recipients can view images/PDFs directly or import the JSON file into their own MapMyRoots to continue editing.
Is my family data private and secure?
Absolutely! Your family tree data is stored locally on your device using browser LocalStorage. It never leaves your device and we never see or access it. You have complete privacy and control over your family information.
Can multiple people work on the same family tree?
While real-time collaboration isn't currently supported, you can share your family tree JSON file with others. They can import it, make changes, and send it back. You can then merge the updates into your version.
Start Building Your Family Tree Today
Join over 15,000 families who have already discovered their heritage. Create your first family tree in minutes, completely free with no registration required.
β No credit card needed
β No software to download
β Works on all devices
β Export anytime