We are often asked about the process of upgrading to Version 2010 from older versions of Family Tree Maker. If you’re upgrading, here are some answers to frequently asked questions:
Q: Will FTM 2010 run on my computer?
A: Your computer must meet the minimum system requirements in order to run the program. A list of system [...]

Thank you, everyone, for your input. I just want to make everyone aware that the pre-sell offer expired on August 18th at midnight. For loyal FTM customers, we will continue to look for special offers or upgrade pricing in the future.
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Today we’re announcing the release of Family Tree Maker 2010. This version has many improvements and new features specifically aimed at helping you create and share a fuller and richer family story.
The following new and improved features expand Family Tree Maker’s capabilities:

Improved integration with Ancestry.com – Easily download your Ancestry.com family tree, including photos and [...]

Some of you probably debated between a Y-Chromosome 33 or 46 Paternal Lineage Test.  Or maybe you’re still debating?  Good news - anytime after you’ve taken the Y33 test with Ancestry.com DNA, you can now upgrade to the Y46 for just $70; and all online.  See what results you get with the Y33 then come back later [...]

As many of you know, Family Tree Maker includes an option to search Ancestry.com in the background and display hints about probable record matches that are found. If enabled, these matches, called hints, appear as a green leaf next to the names of people in the pedigree and detail views.
As of Thursday July 16 we [...]

If you missed last Thursday’s webinar, Using MyCanvas to Make Descendant Family History Books and Posters, you can view the program at your convenience in the archive. Many thanks to everyone who participated and submitted questions and comments.
Several participants mentioned that they would have appreciated a more detailed demonstration of the image and text [...]

In our webinar we received a lot of questions from attendees asking for more details on our database.  Definitely fair questions.  The Ancestry.com DNA database provides a new way to connect.  The goal of our genetic genealogy database lies with its ability to identify possible genetic cousins through matching.  With Ancestry.com DNA some members connect [...]

On July 8, Ancestry.com DNA held its first webinar, Genetic Genealogy Made Easy.   And it was a great success!   Thank you to all who sent in questions and also for your participation. Feedback has been very encouraging and positive.
We presented research examples, how-to’s, test types (and limitations), and other topics such as: privacy and [...]

Now members and visitors to Ancestry.com DNA can take a quick and fun quiz to discover our prediction of your ancient ancestors.  Post your results on Facebook or Twitter and share with friends.  It’s all free!
Ancient Ancestry Finder™ predicts likely ancestry for both your maternal and your paternal lines.  So, if you’ve only taken one of [...]

We have just launched the beta version of a new service called Expert Connect. This new service connects Ancestry.com members and visitors with some of the world’s best independent professional genealogists and local researchers. The initial services available include:
Record Pickup – Hire a researcher in another state or country to visit a specific archive, collect the [...]