Frequently Asked Questions

Sometimes we find we are answering the same questions about our site over and over. We use this page to give you the answers. If you have any questions that are not answered here, please email me. I'd be happy to answer them.

Q Why do I have to sign up? Why can't I just look on the site?

A. There is private information on the site that is not visible to anyone online. You must have a login to view that information.

Q What is the quickest way to find someone?

A. The quickest way is to use our "Search Engine". It will search our entire database.

Q Why do I have to have a membership subscription?

A Our project relies on Big-Y DNA testing at Family Tree DNA. These test kits are over $400.00 each. This is a significant burden for one member to take on, while everyone else benefits from the results. Membership fees go to help us pay for those kits so the cost is spread out fairly. This will also allow us to upgrade 12-111 Y-STR kits to Big-Y. Your support is appreciated.