Can You Share Your Family Tree with Non-FTM Users?

Sharing connects you with relatives, verifies facts, and preserves history. Non-FTM users might include cousins using free online tools or those without any genealogy app. FTM makes this straightforward, avoiding complex setups.

Key Methods to Share Your Family Tree with Non-FTM Users

Sync with Ancestry for Online Access

Link your FTM tree to Ancestry.com. Upload it, set privacy to private or public, and invite viewers. They access it via Ancestry’s site or app—no FTM required. Changes sync back if you allow editing. This is ideal for ongoing collaboration.

Export as GEDCOM Files

Create a GEDCOM file from FTM under File > Export. This universal format works with sites like MyHeritage or WikiTree. Email it or upload to a shared drive. Recipients import it into their preferred tool. Include media like photos for a complete package.

Use TreeVault for Guest Viewing

FTM’s TreeVault Antenna Tree service lets you host a cloud backup. Enable Guest Access to send invites. Non-FTM users view your tree on phones or tablets via the FTM Connect app. They see details like notes and relationships but can’t edit unless permitted. It’s great for mobile sharing.

Tips for Secure and Effective Sharing

Control privacy: Share only branches, not full trees, to protect sensitive info. Use passwords on shared links. Always back up your FTM file first. For large trees, compress files before sending. If collaborators add data, import updates via GEDCOM to keep your master copy current.

In summary, answering “Can you share your family tree with non-FTM users?” is simple with FTM’s features. Start with Ancestry sync for ease or GEDCOM for flexibility. This approach builds family bonds without software barriers.

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