Ancestry - Family History
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Discover where you came from through photos, stories, and historical documents.
- Rating
- 4.6
- 193K ratings
- Downloads
- 13.4M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Oct 26
- 2026
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About Ancestry - Family History
Discover where you came from through photos, stories, historical documents, and so much more. With the Ancestry® app you can explore and collect your family stories anytime, anywhere.
• NEW - Now search for ancestors across 20+ billion historical records, photos, gravestone images, stories and more
• Discover your genetic ethnicity, and make connections with living relatives, by taking an Ancestry DNA® test
• With Ancestry Hints® get sent new automated discoveries about your ancestors; their life stories, their actual family photos, where they came from, languages they spoke, how they made a living and more
• Preserve you and your family’s information (photos, stories, life events, and more) in a single location so it can be preserved for generations to come
• Share your discoveries and collaborate with friends and family
Android Phone and Tablet Features:
• Ancestry Hints® automatically finds records, photos, and stories about your family
• In just a few taps create, edit, and add your family tree
• Sync automatically with your Ancestry.com account
• Easily upload and preserve your family photos
• View your Ancestry DNA® ethnicity and DNA matches
• Advanced search features so you can more easily find ancestors across our 20+ billion records.
• NEW - Now search for ancestors across 20+ billion historical records, photos, gravestone images, stories and more
• Discover your genetic ethnicity, and make connections with living relatives, by taking an Ancestry DNA® test
• With Ancestry Hints® get sent new automated discoveries about your ancestors; their life stories, their actual family photos, where they came from, languages they spoke, how they made a living and more
• Preserve you and your family’s information (photos, stories, life events, and more) in a single location so it can be preserved for generations to come
• Share your discoveries and collaborate with friends and family
Android Phone and Tablet Features:
• Ancestry Hints® automatically finds records, photos, and stories about your family
• In just a few taps create, edit, and add your family tree
• Sync automatically with your Ancestry.com account
• Easily upload and preserve your family photos
• View your Ancestry DNA® ethnicity and DNA matches
• Advanced search features so you can more easily find ancestors across our 20+ billion records.
What’s new
Updated October 26, 2026
Bug fixes
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Frequently asked questions
What can I do with the Ancestry app?
With the Ancestry app, you can explore and collect your family stories through photos, historical documents, and other resources anytime, anywhere. You can also search for ancestors across 20+ billion historical records, photos, gravestone images, stories, and more.
Can I discover my genetic ethnicity using the Ancestry app?
Yes, you can discover your genetic ethnicity and make connections with living relatives by taking an Ancestry DNA test using the app.
What are Ancestry Hints?
Ancestry Hints is a feature on the app that sends you new automated discoveries about your ancestors, such as their life stories, actual family photos, where they came from, languages they spoke, how they made a living, and more.
Can I preserve my family information on the app?
Yes, you can preserve your and your family's information, including photos, stories, life events, and more, in a single location on the app so that it can be preserved for generations to come.
Can I collaborate with friends and family using the Ancestry app?
Yes, you can share your discoveries and collaborate with friends and family using the app.
What features are available for Android phone and tablet users?
Android phone and tablet users can enjoy features such as automatic Ancestry Hints, creating and editing their family tree, syncing automatically with their Ancestry.com account, uploading and preserving family photos, viewing their Ancestry DNA ethnicity and DNA matches, and advanced search features to easily find ancestors across 20+ billion records.
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