What is GEDCOM?

Why GEDCOM matters

A family tree often grows over many years and may be edited in different programs. GEDCOM helps keep that data portable, so it is not locked inside only one application.

When a genealogy program exports GEDCOM correctly, another program can usually import the people and relationships and rebuild the tree structure.

What can be stored in a GEDCOM file?

A GEDCOM file can describe individuals, families, birth and death dates, marriage events, places, notes and sometimes media references. The exact result depends on how each program exports and imports the standard.

That is why a good GEDCOM viewer is useful: it lets you inspect the content before using the data for a web tree, printed poster or further editing.

Using GEDCOM with MyFamilyMe

MyFamilyMe is built around real family tree data. You can import genealogy information, review relationships, edit people and then use the same data in several ways.

The goal is practical: import the data once, then view it online, manage it in the app and create printable family tree posters when needed.

GEDCOM and printable family tree posters

GEDCOM is not only for storing data. Once the family tree is imported and cleaned, the same structure can become a visual poster: a circle, tree layout or another printable design.

This is where MyFamilyMe connects genealogy data with presentation, so the family history can be shared with relatives instead of staying hidden in a file.

Frequently asked questions

Is GEDCOM a genealogy program?

No. GEDCOM is a file format. Genealogy programs use it to exchange family tree data.

Can MyFamilyMe open GEDCOM files?

MyFamilyMe includes GEDCOM tools and is designed to work with imported family tree data.

Does every GEDCOM file import perfectly?

Not always. Different programs may export custom notes or media references differently, but the core people and family relationships are usually the most important part.