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It’s free and simple to make your own family tree on Findmypast. And once you get growing, our clever hints will help you branch out. From user guides to feature updates, you’ll find all the family tree help you need right here.

A complete guide to building your family tree

Using hints and historical records: how to grow your family tree

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Use our free family tree template to kick-start your family history research

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Who's who on King Charles III's family tree?

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Use our free family tree template to kick-start your family history research

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Your family tree questions answered

How to bring your Findmypast family tree to life

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A complete guide to building your family tree

Using hints and historical records: how to grow your family tree

English surnames explained: The seven types of last names you should know

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The Definitive Guide to Findmypast's Marriage Records

Branch out with tree-to-tree hints

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Introducing Military Hints

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How to Use Your Findmypast Family Tree: Icons Guide

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Getting Started with Hinting

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How to upload your family tree to Findmypast

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