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DNA Q&A: How to Delete DNA Data Premium

Millions of consumers have bought DNA tests and opted in to genetic matching services—raising privacy concerns for some genealogists. DNA expert Diahan Southard shares how to delete your DNA data if you've tested your DNA but want out.

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DNA Q&A: What’s the Big Y-700 Test? Should I Choose a Y-DNA Test?

Take a deep dive into your paternal lines with the Big Y-700 DNA, and figure out if you should choose the Y-DNA test over autosomal DNA.

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Finding Your Birth Family with a DNA Test

DNA testing has opened a broad new avenue for adopted people to find their birth families. Our guide maps out your journey of discovery.

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DNA Q&A: How to Order a Test for Someone Else

Take your research to new heights by ordering DNA tests for your relatives. These seven easy steps will get you started.

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Transferring DNA Results From One Company to Another

Transferring your DNA results means you can take them from one company to another. Here's why and how to take advantage of this research technique.

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DNA Q&A: Do You Really Need a Chromosome Browser?

Do you really need to figure out how to use things like chromosome browsers and centimorgans to be successful in your family history research? DNA expert Diahan Southard explains.

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DNA Q&A: Analyzing DNA Matches Using Mirror Trees

Just what are "mirror trees," and what do they have to do with your DNA results? Our DNA expert explains.

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DNA Q&A: 23andMe vs. FamilyTreeDNA mtDNA Results

Your mtDNA results can vary between companies. Learn what the differences mean and how they can tell you more about your ancestry.

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Fact or Science Fiction? Putting DNA Rumors to the Test

There is a lot of misinformation and half-truths floating around about taking a DNA test. Before you spit or swab, discover the truth behind 6 common genetic genealogy myths and figure out how DNA testing really fits into your family tree search.

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Build a Personal Health Report From Your DNA Test

Follow these tips to put together your own personal health report using your DNA results.

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