What is a GEDCOM file used for?

Sharing genealogical data between programs.

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Why: GEDCOM is a standard format for sharing family data between software.

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Answer: Sharing genealogical data between programs. GEDCOM is a standard format for sharing family data between software.

  1. Genealogy en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genealogy
    a standardized format called a GEDCOM
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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