DNA Genealogy

DNA genealogy sits at the intersection of family history and genetic evidence, and the resources here cover both sides of that work. If you’re starting with a test, services like 23andMe, FamilyTreeDNA, and MyHeritage DNA offer consumer DNA kits focused on ancestry, relative matching, ethnicity estimates, and—in FamilyTreeDNA’s case—specialized paternal-line Y-DNA and maternal-line mtDNA testing. Several of these also connect DNA results back into broader research: MyHeritage ties its DNA product to family trees and historical records, while FamilyTreeDNA supports genealogy workflows through partner integrations and group projects.

For people who already have results and want to dig deeper, GEDmatch and DNA Painter are especially useful analysis companions. GEDmatch lets users upload raw DNA files from major testing companies and compare against a shared database, with tools for match finding, one-to-one comparisons, admixture analysis, GEDCOM-based research, and clustering. DNA Painter helps make sense of DNA matches visually and probabilistically, with chromosome mapping, shared-centimorgan relationship tools, and ancestor-focused pages. Taken together, this subcategory is for anyone trying to turn DNA matches into clearer family-history clues—whether you’re confirming known lines, exploring unknown relationships, or organizing evidence alongside a growing family tree.