Search
Welcome to the heart of your family history research! The Search button, conveniently located at the bottom of the app, is your gateway to a world of ancestral discovery. With just a single tap, you’ll unlock access to our extensive record collection, containing millions of historical records just waiting to be discovered.
Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist or just starting your family history journey, our search function is designed to help you navigate through centuries of information with ease.
Ready to start your ancestral adventure?
Basic Search
A basic record search allows you to enter just a few key pieces of information:
- First & Middle Name(s)
- Last Name
- Life Event
- Year
- Location
Start with a basic search to cast a wide net and uncover unexpected family connections. Remember, you don’t need to fill every field – sometimes less is more in the hunt for your ancestors.
Advanced Search
Our advanced search function offers more precise filtering options to help you pinpoint specific records:
- Additional Fields:
- Keyword: Search for specific terms across all record types
- Gender: Narrow results by male or female
- Related People Search: Add family members to refine your search, including:
- Parents: Father, Mother
- Children: Son, Daughter
- Spouse: Husband, Wife
- Siblings: Brother, Sister
These extra filters can significantly improve the accuracy of your search results, especially for common names or when you have detailed family information.
Life Events
Both basic and advanced searches offer a powerful “Life Event” filter to help you narrow down your search results. This feature allows you to focus on specific important moments in your ancestor’s life. The available life events include:
- Lived in
- Birth
- Marriage
- Death
Using the Life Event filter can significantly improve the relevance of your search results, especially when combined with other search parameters. It’s particularly helpful when you’re looking for a specific type of record or trying to confirm details about a particular event in your ancestor’s life.
Search Results
Your search results present a clear and concise overview of the records found, including essential details that give you a snapshot of the information available. This allows you to quickly determine the relevance of each record and decide which ones to explore further. By providing these key details upfront, the search results make it easier for you to efficiently navigate through the wealth of information and zero in on the records that matter most to your research.
Record Details
Clicking on a search result reveals a detailed view of the record. This comprehensive overview allows you to quickly verify known information and often uncover new facts about your ancestor. You’ll see essential details like names, dates, and locations, as well as contextual information about their life and relationships. When available, you can view original document images. Take time to examine each record carefully – you might discover unexpected details that expand your family’s story or provide new research leads. Every record has the potential to offer valuable insights into your ancestor’s life.
Save Record Details
The Save Record Details page allows you to compare the information from the record with the details you currently have in your family tree. This side-by-side view helps you easily verify and update your tree with new insights or confirm existing data about your ancestor.
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Frequently asked questions
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What should I do if I can't find the person I'm looking for?
Try using different spellings of the name, broadening the date range, or searching in nearby locations. You can also try searching for other family members who might appear in the same records.
What information should I look for in the search results?
Look for key details like names, dates, locations, and relationships that match what you know about your ancestor. This can help confirm if the record is relevant to your family tree.
How do I know if a record belongs to my ancestor and not someone with a similar name?
Cross-reference details like birth dates, locations, and family members’ names to confirm it’s the right person.