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Gramps Genealogy Software Support

“Protect your research while making your Gramps workflow simpler.”

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Explore help for Gramps installation, family trees, databases, media paths, GEDCOM import and export, reports, and backups. The right guidance depends on your Gramps version, operating system, and the format of your genealogy data.

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Windows & Mac

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Multiple editions

Help based on the version you use

Backup aware

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Support overview

How we can help with Gramps Genealogy Software

Explore help for Gramps installation, family trees, databases, media paths, GEDCOM import and export, reports, and backups. The right guidance depends on your Gramps version, operating system, and the format of your genealogy data.

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Installation and version compatibility

We begin by understanding your current setup and the exact result you want, then outline a careful next step.

02

Family tree database and media paths

We begin by understanding your current setup and the exact result you want, then outline a careful next step.

03

GEDCOM import, export, and data transfer

We begin by understanding your current setup and the exact result you want, then outline a careful next step.

04

Reports, backups, and restoring a tree

We begin by understanding your current setup and the exact result you want, then outline a careful next step.

A careful approach

A clear process, with your family tree in mind

1. Understand the issue

Identify your software edition, computer, file location, and the message or behavior you are seeing.

2. Protect your data

Check that a usable backup exists before attempting changes that could affect your research or linked media.

3. Review the next step

Discuss the likely checks and what each one changes before proceeding with any troubleshooting.

Helpful reading

Gramps Genealogy Software guides and articles

Browse the latest articles in this category for practical explanations and troubleshooting steps.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I import a GEDCOM file into Gramps?
Gramps supports GEDCOM import, but some data structures may not transfer exactly. Keep the original file and review the imported records before replacing anything.
How do I keep Gramps media files together?
Use a consistent media folder and confirm that the paths remain valid after moving the tree. Back up both the database and linked media.
Can I move a Gramps family tree to another computer?
Yes. The recommended method depends on your Gramps version and operating system. Create a backup first and verify that media is included.

Need help with Gramps Genealogy Software?

Talk through the issue, share the version you use, and decide on a sensible next step before making changes to your family tree.

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