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How do I backup my Family Tree Builder project?

Updated over 4 months ago

The best way to back up your family tree is to use Family Tree Builder’s Backup facility.


Please keep in mind: in case you have more than one project (Family Tree) in your Family Tree Builder, you need to run the following steps for each project.


To save a backup copy of your tree in Family Tree Builder please do the following:

1. Open your project in Family Tree Builder.

2. In the upper menu bar click on ‘File’ and select ‘Back up Project’.
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3. The wizard will open asking you where you would like to save the file. Select ‘Backup file on disk’.






Now you can copy the file to a CD/DVD, USB key, or any other removable media.


If you would like to restore the back up on a different computer, please use instructions in the following article: How can I restore my tree in Family Tree Builder?

​​​​​​​​​​​To learn more about this topic, read this article on the MyHeritage Knowledge Base: How to Back Up a Project on FTB. On the MyHeritage Knowledge Base, you'll find additional articles, webinars, and how-to videos that can help you master your genealogy skills".

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