Family Tree Maker

Build an interactive family tree with partners and generations.

100% private — no uploads Design & CSS ToolsFree & unlimited Read tutorial

See how it works

Watch a quick simulation of this tool in action — no file needed.

How to use Family Tree Maker

Follow these steps — everything happens instantly in your browser.

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    Step 1. Add family members with names and birth/death years.

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    Step 2. Link each person to a parent and an optional partner.

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    Step 3. Generations stack automatically.

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    Step 4. Export your tree as JSON.

Why use this tool

Private by design

All processing happens locally in your browser. Open DevTools → Network and you'll see zero file uploads. Ever.

Instant

No upload wait, no queue, no server round-trip. Results appear the moment you drop a file.

Free & unlimited

No accounts, no watermarks, no daily caps. Use it as many times as you like, forever.

Works everywhere

Desktop, tablet or phone — every tool is responsive and installable as a PWA for offline use.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you might want to know about family tree maker.

Want to learn more?

Read our complete Family Tree Maker tutorial with tips, use cases, and FAQs.