What’s New in the FTM 2024 25.0.2 Update

The FTM 2024 25.0.2 Update introduces a handy stats panel for tracking collaboration in the Connect area, alongside over 30 bug fixes enhancing stability on Windows and macOS.

Quick Overview of Enhancements

The FTM 2024 25.0.2 Update focuses on reliability, adding a new collaboration analytics tool while fixing search, syncing, and UI issues. It’s free for all FTM 2024 owners and installs via the Update Center.

Why This Update Matters for You

The new updated family tree maker feature helps monitor shared tree interactions, potentially uncovering overlooked relative hints faster.

Platform-Specific Highlights

Windows: Improved Ancestry integration and report formatting.

Sync Error Fix: Addressed sync errors when uploading trees to Ancestry, specifically the “an item with the same key has already been added” error.

macOS: Fixed installer compatibility with macOS 26 and navigation shortcuts.

Installation on macOS 26: Resolved the inability to install Family Tree Maker 2024 on macOS 26.

FamilySearch Log In Button: Fixed the issue on macOS 26 where the Log In button for FamilySearch on the Plan workspace was not clickable.

Download it free from the FTM Update Center—it’s quick and small (under 100MB). Close the app first, run the installer, and test a sync. If you use add-ons like Family Book Creator, reinstall them after.

In short, this update keeps FTM strong for finding your roots without headaches. It’s a small step that makes big days of research possible.

The FTM 2024 25.0.2 Update, released on November 27, 2025, by Software MacKiev, serves as a quiet but powerful tune-up for Family Tree Maker, the long-trusted desktop tool for tracing family histories.

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