Terms of use
Last updated 11 November 2026
These terms apply to Family Tree Studio, operated by Family Tree Studio. By using the website you agree to them.
The service
The website provides a free family tree editor, printable templates, a GEDCOM viewer, a relationship calculator and optional accounts with family access and read-only links. There are no paid plans. Features may change; if a feature you rely on is removed, account data will remain downloadable as a backup.
Your content
- You keep all rights to the trees, notes and photos you add. You give the operator only the permission needed to store them for you and show them to the people you choose.
- Only add photos and information you are entitled to use, and respect the privacy of living relatives.
- Do not use the website for anything unlawful, to harass anyone, or to store material unrelated to family history.
Accounts
- Keep your password private. You are responsible for invitations and links you create.
- Accounts have usage limits: 50 trees and 500 MB of photos.
- You can delete your account at any time. Accounts used to break these terms may be suspended, after notice where reasonable.
Trees saved on your device
Trees saved without an account exist only in your browser. The operator cannot see, restore or recover them. Download backups regularly.
Accuracy
Relationship names, charts and exports are produced from the information you enter. They describe recorded relationships, not genetic or legal facts.
No warranty
The website is provided as it is, without a guarantee that it will always be available or free of errors. Keep your own backups of anything important. Nothing in these terms limits rights you have under laws that cannot be excluded.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the law of the United States.
Contact
See the contact page.
Frequently asked questions
Is the family tree maker free to use?
Yes. The editor, the templates and every download are free to use for your own family trees, as described in these terms.
Who owns the family tree I make?
You do. The information you enter and the files you download belong to you. The site does not claim ownership of your trees.
Can I print and share the templates?
Yes. The printable templates may be printed and copied for personal, family and classroom use.
What happens if I stop using my account?
You can download backups and delete your account at any time from the account settings. Trees saved without an account stay in your own browser.