Using MyHeritage® Information on FamilySearch

Using MyHeritage® Information on FamilySearch

This guide will show you how to access and use information found on MyHeritage® to enhance your research on FamilySearch.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Begin with a Person in FamilySearch: Start by navigating to the Person Page of the individual you're researching within FamilySearch.
2. Check for Hints: Look for the "Hints" icon (a blue circle with a white outline) on the right side of the Person Page, usually near the person's vital information. Hints are suggested records that might be about the person.
3. Review the Hints: Click on the "Hints" icon. A panel will appear displaying potential record matches.
4. Look for MyHeritage Hints: Scan through the list of hints. Hints originating from MyHeritage® will typically be identified with the MyHeritage® logo or the words "MyHeritage" next to the hint description.
5. Click on the MyHeritage Hint: Select the specific MyHeritage® hint that appears most relevant to your research. Clicking it will usually show more details on FamilySearch.
6. Compare the Information: A comparison tool will appear, showing information from the MyHeritage® record side-by-side with the information already in FamilySearch. Carefully compare the names, dates, locations, and family relationships.
7. Attach the Source (If Match): If the information in the MyHeritage® record appears to be a match, click the "Attach" button or equivalent option provided by FamilySearch (e.g., "Compare" then "Attach") to link the MyHeritage® record as a source to the individual in FamilySearch. You can attach the source to multiple people, and should do so if the record contains information about more than one member of the family.
8. Add New Information: If the MyHeritage® record contains information not already present in FamilySearch, such as a missing birth date or a different spelling of a name, you can add this information directly to the FamilySearch person profile. Enter the data from the MyHeritage record into the corresponding fields on the FamilySearch page. Again, attach the source to the individual.
9. Add New People: If the MyHeritage® record reveals a new relative not yet in your FamilySearch tree, create a new Person Page for that individual, entering all the known information from the MyHeritage® record. Then, establish the family relationships by connecting them to existing individuals in your tree and be sure to attach the MyHeritage® source.
10. Detach Incorrect Sources: If a MyHeritage® hint is incorrect or doesn't apply to the person, click the "Not a Match" button (or similar option) on FamilySearch to dismiss the hint. This helps refine the hint system and prevents future misidentification.
11. Use Record Information: After attaching a record, review the newly available information and determine what still needs to be checked out or discovered. Use what you now know from MyHeritage® to search for similar records on FamilySearch.

Important Notes:

• FamilySearch provides hints as a suggestion to save time. Always carefully evaluate the record before you attach it to verify the information matches.
• Data from MyHeritage® and other partner sites helps you to find new information on FamilySearch.org