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FamilySearch.org vs Personal Ancestral File

A side-by-side look at FamilySearch.org and Personal Ancestral File. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

FamilySearch.org

FamilySearch.org

Home & Family

FamilySearch.org is a free genealogy website run by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It allows users to search historical records to build their family trees and connect with relatives.

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Personal Ancestral File

Personal Ancestral File

Home & Family

Personal Ancestral File is genealogy software used to record family history information like names, dates, places, sources, notes and media. It allows users to build a family tree diagram and share data with others.

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