Personal Ancestral File 5.0

Personal Ancestral File ❘ Freeware ❘
Windows
out of 8 votes

Personal Ancestral File, or PAF, is a free genealogy software designed by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It allows users to build and manage their family trees by adding, editing and organizing family member information.

PAF offers various features including the ability to create multiple family tree charts, keep track of various relationships among family members, and include photos and documents in the family tree. It also allows for easy sharing of family tree information with others through GEDCOM files and online databases.

PAF is a user-friendly software with a simple interface that makes it easy for beginners to start building their family tree without any prior experience. It is available for Windows and Mac users, and can be downloaded from the official LDS Church website for free.

Personal Ancestral File is a great genealogy software for those who want to discover their roots and build connections with their ancestors.

Overview

Personal Ancestral File is a Freeware software in the category Home & Hobby developed by Personal Ancestral File.

The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked Personal Ancestral File for updates 126 times during the last month.

The latest version of Personal Ancestral File is 5.0, released on 02/18/2008. It was initially added to our database on 10/30/2007. The most prevalent version is 5.0, which is used by 100% of all installations.

Personal Ancestral File runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

Users of Personal Ancestral File gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Strong foundation for family tree research
Provides a user-friendly interface for easy navigation
Offers a variety of tools for organizing and documenting family history
Capable of handling large amounts of genealogical data
Free to use with no subscription fees

Cons

Outdated interface compared to modern genealogy software
Limited support and updates as the software is no longer actively developed by the creators
Lacks some advanced features found in other genealogy software options
Not compatible with newer operating systems without workarounds

FAQ

What is Personal Ancestral File?

Personal Ancestral File (PAF) is a free genealogy software developed and distributed by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

What are the features of PAF?

PAF allows users to record, manage, and organize their family history information; view and print various types of reports and charts; and easily share their data with others.

Is PAF compatible with Windows 10?

No, PAF has not been updated since 2002 and is only compatible with older versions of Windows (prior to Windows 7).

Can I import data into PAF from other genealogy software?

Yes, PAF supports the import of GEDCOM files, which is a standard format used by most genealogy software programs.

Are there any online resources available for learning how to use PAF?

Yes, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints provides a comprehensive user guide on their website, as well as various online tutorials and instructional videos.

Can I still download PAF?

No, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints discontinued support for PAF in 2013 and the software is no longer available for download from their website.

Is there a cost to use PAF?

No, PAF is completely free to download and use.

Can I access PAF from multiple devices?

Yes, you can transfer your PAF data files to any device where you have the PAF software installed.

Can I back up my PAF data?

Yes, PAF provides a built-in backup feature that allows you to easily create and restore backups of your family history data.

Does PAF still receive updates?

No, PAF has not received any updates since 2002 and is no longer supported by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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