DNA

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.

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.