The modern, self-hosted genealogy platform that puts you in control. Build interactive family trees, import GEDCOM files, and preserve your heritage with AI-powered features - all on your own server.
Everything you need to build, manage, and share your family tree
Beautiful, zoomable tree visualization with multiple view modes. Navigate your ancestry with ease.
Full import and export with the latest GEDCOM 7 standard. Compatible with all major genealogy software.
Smart place name standardization, photo enhancement, and biography generation powered by AI.
Protect living relatives with granular privacy settings. Control exactly who sees what information.
From guest viewers to administrators - complete RBAC system for family collaboration.
Visualize your family's journey with Mapbox or OpenStreetMap integration and geocoding.
Upload and organize photos, documents, and files. Link media to individuals and families.
Easy on the eyes with full dark mode support. Switch themes instantly across the entire app.
Access your family tree anywhere. Fully responsive design works on phones, tablets, and desktops.
Your genealogy data deserves the highest protection. With AncestryCodex, you're in complete control.
Run on your own server - no cloud dependency, no data sharing.
SSL encryption, secure authentication, and role-based access.
Protect living relatives with granular privacy settings.
Take control of your family's data with a self-hosted solution
Your family data stays on your server. No third-party access, no data mining, no surprises.
Pay once, own forever. No monthly subscriptions or recurring fees. Just $49.99 for lifetime ownership.
No limits on individuals, families, photos, or storage. Grow your tree as large as you want.
Sensitive family information stays private. You control access with role-based permissions.
Get the complete source code. Customize, extend, or integrate with other systems as needed.
Priority email support and all software updates for one full year included with purchase.
See how AncestryCodex stacks up against other genealogy solutions
| Feature | AncestryCodex | Ancestry.com | MyHeritage | Gramps | webtrees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $49.99 once | $249+/year | $129+/year | Free | Free |
| Self-Hosted | |||||
| Data Privacy | Full control | Their servers | Their servers | Local only | Full control |
| Modern UI | |||||
| GEDCOM 7 Support | Export only | Limited | |||
| AI Features | Limited | Limited | |||
| Guest Access (RBAC) | |||||
| Dark Mode | |||||
| Mobile Responsive | |||||
| Source Code Access |
Comparison based on publicly available information. Features may vary.
No subscriptions. No hidden fees. Pay once, own forever.
One-time payment
30-day money-back guarantee
Includes 1 year of updates & priority support
Full import/export compatibility with the latest genealogy data format. Works with all major software.
Smart place name standardization, photo enhancement, and biography generation.
Build a lasting digital archive of your family history for future generations.
Join genealogists who trust AncestryCodex to protect and share their heritage.