Gramps

Gramps

Gramps (Genealogical Research and Analysis Management Programming System) is a free, open-source genealogy software designed to help individuals and researchers build, organize, and analyze family trees. It’s known for its flexibility, detailed data entry options, and robust reporting tools, making it ideal for both beginners and advanced users.

It is community-developed and continuously updated by genealogy enthusiasts around the world. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and even FreeBSD, offering cross-platform compatibility for tech-savvy users.

With this, you can:

  • Create and manage detailed family trees

  • Add events, relationships, places, citations, media, and sources

  • Generate reports, charts, and timelines

  • Explore interactive tree views and filtering tools

  • Customize data entry with a modular plugin system


๐Ÿ’ฐ How Much Does It Cost?

Gramps is 100% free.
There are no licensing fees, no subscriptions, and no hidden charges. You can download and use the full-featured software at no cost, thanks to the contributions of a global open-source community.

If you’d like to support the project, donations are welcome via their official website.


๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ How to Install Gramps

Installing Gramps is simple and only takes a few minutes. Here’s a quick guide:

Step-by-Step Installation:

For Windows:

  1. Go to https://gramps-project.org

  2. Navigate to the Download section

  3. Choose the Windows installer and download it

  4. Run the .exe file and follow the installation instructions

MacOS users:

  1. Visit the Software download page.

  2. Select the macOS DMG installer.

  3. Open the DMG file and drag the software into your Applications folder.

For Linux:

It is available in most Linux distributions:

  • Use your package manager (apt, yum, dnf, etc.)

  • Example for Ubuntu/Debian:

    nginx
    sudo apt install gramps

After Installation:

  • Launch Gramps.

  • Create a new family tree database.

  • Begin entering your genealogy data or import a GEDCOM file.


๐Ÿ“ž Need Help?

Gramps is feature-rich and highly customizable, so it can sometimes feel a bit complex. Thatโ€™s where FamilyTreeSupport.com comes in. Our knowledgeable support team is here to help you:

  • Install Gramps correctly

  • Import/export GEDCOM files

  • Configure plugins and extensions

  • Generate reports and troubleshoot issues

Contact us today for Gramps support at +1-888-427-8070

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