How to find your Ancestry DNA matches? If you already took an Ancestry DNA test, finding your matches is as easy as following these instructions.

You've likely seen several documents with the same name as that of your ancestor. In this post, learn how to know which record belongs to your ancestor.

Got Basque on your DNA results? Are you interested in learning more about genetics of the Basque region? Here, we'll explore the origins of Basque DNA.

Did you know that 23andMe has beta features? Here, find what you can learn from beta, plus how to start or stop participating in the 23andMe beta program.

Want to know if DNA matches will be the same for siblings? If siblings have different DNA matches, what does it mean? Learn the answers to these questions!

Do you want to know what Family Matching on Living DNA is? In this post, I'll answer this question and help you explore your Living DNA match list.

If you've seen your DNA matches on Ancestry, have you noticed a blue dot next to some of your matches? Here, learn what the blue dot is on Ancestry DNA.

Do you think you a false DNA match? Want to know how common false DNA matches are? Here, learn how commonly this occurs and how to spot false DNA matches.

Do you want to know what a DNA match is? In this post, learn the answer, how they get your DNA matches, and find out which DNA matching sites are the best.

Do you want to know if Ancestry DNA matches in other countries will show up on your results? Does Ancestry DNA work internationally? In this post, find the answer to these questions - and more! Finding relatives in other countries in one of the best aspects of DNA testing. I have found and communicated with …

Want to know how to download 23andMe DNA relatives? In this post, I will show you how to download your whole list of DNA matches into a spreadsheet.

Do you want to know if its possible for a 23andMe test to fail, and what happens if it does? In this post, learn the answer to these questions - and more!

In this post, you'll learn what Indigenous Americas on Ancestry DNA is, as well as how you may have inherited this region. Plus, find out how to trace your indigenous ancestry. Whether you got 1%, 10% or 100% Indigenous Americas DNA on your Ancestry DNA results, you are in excellent company. There are more than …

Did your Ancestry results change in October of 2019? I'll help you understand why and how your results changed. Plus, see an example of updated results.

Have you seen the Gedmatch 3-D Chromosome Browser? Want to learn how to use it? In this post, I'll walk you through how to use the browser step-by-step.

Do you want to know which Gedmatch Admixture to use? In this post, you will learn how to choose which admixture calculator will work best for your unique ancestry, as well as how to choose the calculator model. I highly recommend taking advantage of the Gedmatch Admixture tool in order to learn how to use …

Do you want to understand what a half-identical DNA segment is? In this post, you'll learn more about half-identical regions, as well as what it means when you share this type of segment with a match. As a bonus, you'll also learn the difference between a half-identical and fully-identical segment, and how to identify each. …

Are you brand-new to the exciting hobby of genealogy? If you have just recently decided to start learning about your ancestors, this list of family tree research tips for beginners will save you time and money. Plus, following these tips will help you learn even more about your family tree. What's not to love? In …

Does DNA get "washed out" over time? If it does, how does the process work? In this post, you will find the answers to these questions, plus: How many generations does DNA go back How much DNA you inherit from your ancestors Whether DNA can skip a generation On DNA discussion boards, I see the …

Will American Indian ancestry show up on a DNA test? In this post, find out if Native American DNA from your ancestors will show up on your DNA results.

The 23andMe Family Tree feature can help you visualize how you may be related to your DNA matches. In this post, learn how to use and understand this tool.

Did you read NO shared DNA segments found when you compared your DNA with a relative on a chromosome browser? Read this to find out what it means!

Do you want to know how to look up your ancestors for free? In this post, I'll teach you ways to find information about your ancestors without having to pay a subscription. It seems like every online records website wants to charge a hefty monthly fee. While some of those sites can be worth the …

Is it possible to share multiple false segments with the same match? In this post, we'll discuss this question with real matches - and you'll lfind out!

Do you want to know if Ancestry DNA will show relatives on your results? Find the answer, plus whether Ancestry can show siblings and how matching works.

Want to know how to get started in genealogy? Here, how to start your family tree research, including where to find records and where to build your tree.

Want to know how to use the Gedmatch One to One comparison tool? It's a very useful tool and I'll teach you how to use it to understand more about your DNA.

Have you noticed an icon of a police bade on the same line of your name under your DNA resources? What does the Police Badge icon mean on Gedmatch?

Want to know what genealogy records are? Learn the definition of genealogy records, as well as which are the best records to look for and where to find them

Do you want to learn more about ThruLines? In this post, learn whether Ancestry DNA ThruLines are accurate, and how to know whether yours are correct.

If two sisters bought DNA tests, their results would be different. In this post, learn why siblings can have results, and even different DNA matches.

In this post, learn who should do an Ancestry DNA test, and which family members can help you learn something new about your family tree.

Have you seen the Tier 1 tools on Gedmatch? Here, I'll explain what Tier 1 on Gedmatch is, and help you understand what you can learn from the Tier 1 tools.

Want to understand all about your Living DNA Results? Here, I'll explain Living DNA Results to help you get the most from your DNA testing experience.

Did you do a DNA test with or upload to Family Tree DNA? Learn how to understand all aspects of your family tree DNA match list, including shared cMs.

Want to know how to triangulate DNA matches to identify an unknown ancestor? Learn about triangulation with multiple DNA matches to break a brick wall.

What are X DNA matches on Gedmatch? What does total cM on an X match mean? In this post, I'll answer these questions, as well as explain: The difference between X DNA and autosomal DNA matches on Gedmatch How to find X DNA matches on Gedmatch How to access detailed shared X DNA information on …

Do you have DNA matches on Chromosome 15? Do you want to know if these matches are in a pile-up region? In this post, find out what you need to know about your DNA matches on Chromosome 15. Most people become curious about matches on Chromosome 15 because they have spent a lot of time …

Are you wondering if DNA matches can be false? What is the probability that your DNA match is false? In this post, I'll answer these questions - and more! Questions addressed in this article include: It's important to know whether a DNA match is false. Have you ever spent hours trying to figure out how …

Do you want to know how to turn off DNA matches on Ancestry? Is it possible to hide your DNA results? In this post, you will learn the answer to these two questions, as well as: Reasons why people want to turn off DNA matching Step-by-step instructions for opting out of DNA matching on Ancestry …

What are archaic DNA matches on Gedmatch? What does it mean to have ancient DNA matches? Can they be used for genealogy? Learn these answers, and more!

Want to know how to find DNA matches on Gedmatch? Gedmatch is a great place to find DNA matches who did their DNA tests with other testing companies.