How to Use Lucidchart for DNA & Genealogy

How to Use Lucidchart for DNA & Genealogy

How to use Lucidchart for DNA & genealogy? Here’s a peek at how we use this online tool for creating descendancy charts and other family trees. I’m often asked what I use to create the beautiful, clear diagrams and charts in my DNA presentations and...
Which DNA Tests Does FTDNA Offer?

Which DNA Tests Does FTDNA Offer?

Which DNA tests does FTDNA offer? Family Tree DNA offers three different DNA tests: Family Finder autosomal DNA, YDNA, and mtDNA, which can all help you connect to your DNA matches.  Founded in 2000, Family Tree DNA is the oldest DNA testing company in business. FTDNA...
Is GEDmatch Safe?

Is GEDmatch Safe?

Is GEDmatch safe? I get that question a lot. With your DNA, privacy, security and trust matter. So, what has happened to GEDmatch? Is your data digitally protected? Here are some answers–and alternatives to GEDmatch. I have been here since the beginning of the...
Haplogroup L7 | A New mtDNA Limb

Haplogroup L7 | A New mtDNA Limb

Haplogroup L7 is the newest mtDNA haplogroup! Here are some quick facts about haplogroup L7 and a reminder of what mtDNA haplogroups are all about. Before we talk about this exciting new mtDNA haplogroup, let’s give the somewhat-neglected mtDNA a little love....