No-cost starting point
Create a meaningful family chart before deciding whether you need advanced research workflows.
Free Family Tree Builder
Lineage gives families a free way to map parents, children, spouses, siblings, and ancestors in one clean online workspace.
Built For Real Family History Work
Fast relative entry
Add immediate family, then expand into grandparents, cousins, descendants, and collateral lines.
Exportable family history
Keep your research portable with data structures designed for genealogy rather than static design files.
How Lineage Compares
| Need | Lineage | Typical Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Price to start | Free | Free trial or small-tree limit |
| Best use | Building and sharing a real tree | Research database or printable graphic |
| Data ownership | Portable genealogy data | Locked ecosystem or design file |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lineage free to use?
You can start building a family tree for free online and create an interactive chart without buying desktop software.
Do free family tree builders have limits?
Many free tools limit people, exports, or collaboration. Lineage focuses on giving families a practical free builder first.
Can I share a free family tree?
Yes. Lineage is designed for online sharing and family collaboration.