Geneanet

Geneanet is the leading French genealogy website, offering a comprehensive platform for individuals eager to trace their roots and build their family trees. With over 9 billion individuals referenced and a community of 5 million members, Geneanet makes genealogical research accessible and engaging. Users can create their family trees for free and search for ancestors among an extensive database of historical records, including civil status documents, cemeteries, and military files.

In addition to basic genealogical services, Geneanet provides members with premium features such as advanced search options, automatic alerts, and a vast genealogical library containing over 3 billion historical entities. Document sharing is encouraged while ensuring user ownership of the trees and data. The platform also hosts projects aimed at preserving historical memorials and provides resources for understanding surnames and their origins. Through collaborative indexing and community support, Geneanet cultivates a rich environment for both novice and seasoned genealogists while fostering connections to long-lost relatives.