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DNA Painter can help you analyse and visualise DNA for family history

To get started, indicate which DNA test you’ve taken and then click Show what I can do at DNA Painter.

Please choose at least one test

Select where you tested (or where you plan to test) in order to show guidance.

What you can do at DNA Painter if you tested at change

Click on a feature below for more information on getting started

Visualize your direct line

Investigate family mysteries

Evaluate DNA matches

Explore who should test next

Compile and examine shared DNA

Map segments of DNA to ancestors


In addition, if you upload your raw DNA to FamilyTreeDNA, Gedmatch or LivingDNA:

Map segments of DNA to ancestors

Map your chromosomes

Important: dnapainter.com is not a testing site and does not process raw DNA files. Click on a feature above to find out more about the data used.


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