RootsMagic
Desktop genealogy software for Windows and Mac with a free edition and record hints.
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About RootsMagic
RootsMagic is a long-running genealogy program for building a family tree on your own computer. It can import trees from Ancestry, FamilySearch, Family Tree Maker, Legacy and other programs, and its WebHints feature suggests matching records from Ancestry, FamilySearch, MyHeritage and Findmypast while your data stays local. It prints a wide range of reports and charts, makes books, and can publish a tree online. There is a free edition with no time limit, and the full version is a one-time purchase rather than a subscription, with paid upgrades between major versions; the full version includes personal technical support. It runs on Windows and macOS. RootsMagic suits hobby genealogists who want a polished commercial program, easy import from other tools and online record hints without handing their tree to a website.
Best for: Family historians who want a polished desktop program with record hints from the big genealogy sites.
Pros and cons
What works
- Free edition with no time limit
- One-time purchase, no subscription
- Record hints from Ancestry, FamilySearch, MyHeritage and Findmypast
- Direct import from Family Tree Maker and Legacy
Why people leave
- Major new versions are paid upgrades
- No Linux version
- Closed source, so your workflow depends on one vendor
Top RootsMagic alternatives
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Family Tree Maker66.5Paid desktop program with full two-way sync to an Ancestry online tree.
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webtrees59.6Free self-hosted web app, better for building a tree together with relatives online.
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RootsMagic: common questions
Is RootsMagic free?
RootsMagic has a free plan and paid plans. Free version: Yes, no time limit (checked on RootsMagic's own site).
Is RootsMagic open source?
No, RootsMagic is not open source. Open-source alternatives include webtrees.
What platforms does RootsMagic run on?
RootsMagic is available for Windows and macOS.
What are the best alternatives to RootsMagic?
The highest-ranked RootsMagic alternatives right now are Family Tree Maker and webtrees. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.