MAIN Digital Services Committee Intro to My Heritage MAIN Digital Services Committee

Why patrons may want to use this database? MyHeritage Library Edition is one of the largest, most internationally diverse genealogy databases of its kind in the world. It includes billions of historical documents from over 48 countries! Why patrons may want to use this database? They may be a NEWBIE looking for somewhere to start Genealogy is popular, going to the library for help is a no-brainer They may a seasoned researcher looking for new sources It’s free at the Library Searchable from home (Whereas Ancestry is not) They may want some follow-through after getting their DNA results back MyHeritage does offer DNA services but not through the Library Edition  

Genealogy is all about the content MyHeritage Library Edition is one of the largest, most internationally diverse genealogy databases of its kind in the world. It includes billions of historical documents from over 48 countries! Genealogy is all about the content Lots of content here! Some content is unique to MyHeritage Some content is from other genealogy sites Most of the document images are excellent.

Genealogy is all about the content MyHeritage Library Edition is one of the largest, most internationally diverse genealogy databases of its kind in the world. It includes billions of historical documents from over 48 countries! Genealogy is all about the content Lots of content here! But first… Let’s login Login works automatically from member library websites Logins from home require library cards and pin numbers.

How to Search… - Start with a simple Surname Search Then add searching variables to refine results Events Date Ranges Exact Search With Translations * Hit the “Exact” button !!

How to Search… - Search by Category - Order suggests highlighted content Search by Location Useful for when you want to refine your search

Billions of Records! What are they? Too many to list You Must Browse!!

The beauty of the database are the Primary Source Images ! MyHeritage Library Edition is one of the largest, most internationally diverse genealogy databases of its kind in the world. It includes billions of historical documents from over 48 countries! Images Vs. No Images The beauty of the database are the Primary Source Images !

Other Features…. Related Content… The initial search produced this… My Heritage will also provide these

Other tips & tidbits… Manifest Records and other records are easily saved using the “Saved As” button. Other sites prohibit saving or make it cumbersome to do so Search engines cover the entire area not just surnames & keywords For example, on ship manifests, search engines will find all names, not just passengers Photos search can reveal photos and documents uploaded by other users Unfortunately, the “contact member,” feature is turned off in the library edition Some Family Trees and other sources will link out to other genealogy sites, like Family History Search and Geni World Family Certain select “free” Info is often share amongst different platform in order to boost total holdings. Much of MyHeritage’s resources are not unique to the site.