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DNA Q&A: DNA Tests and Privacy

When it comes to DNA tests, privacy is sometimes a concern. DNA expert Diahan Southard weighs in.

3 Steps for Prioritizing Which DNA Matches to Research First

It's hard to know which of your hundreds of DNA matches are most important. Learn how to sort through them to find those most useful to your research.

DNA Q&A: Should You Opt In to DNA Research Studies?

Companies like AncestryDNA and 23andMe allow you to opt in to genetic research. Learn what that means and what you should consider before consenting to it.

DNA Q&A: Is It Possible My DNA Matches Aren’t Related?

If you're struggling to understand the relationships between DNA matches, our expert is here to help!

DNA Q&A: How Reliable is the Information from DNA Tests?

How reliable is the information reported be genetic genealogy companies? Our DNA expert weighs in.

DNA Q&A: Convincing a Relative to Take a DNA Test

Really want a relative to take a DNA test? Ask them to consider the possibilities of having their genetic genealogy results revealed.

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DNA Q&A: 6 Things to Do When Your DNA Match Doesn’t Have a Tree Premium

Yes, you still can use your DNA matches even if there's no tree or genealogy information attached. Here are six ways to make no-tree matches work for you.

Ethnicity Estimates Q&A: How They’re Made, Why They Change, and More Premium

What can you do with ethnicity estimates? How accurate are they? Which company has the best? Our DNA expert weighs in.

DNA Q&A: Handling Sensitive Information

As genetic genealogy databases grow, it's increasingly likely you will discover something unexpected. Here are a few practical tips on how to handle potentially sensitive information.

DNA Q&A: Organizing Your DNA Matches

Avoid overwhelm in managing all those DNA matches with these expert tips for sorting, labeling and color-coding them.