In this blog, you will learn how to Install Family Tree Maker 2017. The earlier version of Family Tree Maker does not support ancestry. The features that connect Family Tree Maker to Ancestry are available in Family Tree Maker 2017, not with an older version. The features include syncing, hints, search, and merge options.
Are you using an older version? Now, you can upgrade your software without any hassles. You can also get a discount since you were using an older version. The actual price for the upgrade is $79.99 USD. However, if you are on the mailing list with Family Tree Maker, you are eligible for a $20 USD discount straight. If you do not wish to purchase ancestry, then you can use a free search service.
How To Install Family Tree Maker 2017?
As soon as you upgrade your software from an older version to FTM17, you will get a link to download the software. There are two separate links. You can click on the respective version link for Windows or Mac. Click on the downloaded file and run it or open it so your software can be installed. You will get steps to follow, and you can install Family Tree Maker.
What If I Lost My Older Version?
Don’t worry! I have encountered some users asking whether a Family Tree Maker 2017 upgrade requires them to install old FTM on the new machine if they are moving to a new PC and purchasing a new Family Tree Maker 2017 upgrade. The answer is a Big No. If you have not lost your data, follow the above steps and import your old data to the new FTM17.
One last but not the least point to make a note of. You don’t need to keep the old version on the machine, but if you want to keep it, you should save it into a different folder or maybe on any USB flash driver or Hard disk drive or on your cloud account, making sure you don’t confuse yourself with the old and new version.
How to Migrate to Family Tree Maker 2017
You must convert your old version software data. There are simple steps to migrate from an old version of Family Tree Maker to the latest FTM 2017. You can open Family Tree maker 2014.1 in FTM 2017 without any conversion. Please follow these steps. So you can move a tree from an older version to the latest version without any problem.
Step 1 – Open the tree that you want to move and choose the Backup option. Then, choose the backup location. If you want to back it up externally, then click on removable media like USB flash drive or Hard disk drive.
Step 2—To include items like photos or other media in the backup, make sure the media files checkbox is selected. If the current tree is linked to an online tree @ ancestry.com, you must select the allow the restored file to resume syncing checkbox. This helps you relink the tree automatically on a new PC.
Step 3 – Now open FTM 2017 and choose the restore option from the menu. Go to the folder/path where the backup file is located and open it. In the window that opens, enter the name, choose the location for the restored files, and click on save. In case your tree was previously linked, click on restore additional options, select the restored file to resume syncing, and hit ok. Once the tree is converted, click on Sync now. That’s all you will need to do. Now you can use your family tree maker.
Now you have a brief idea of how to Install Family Tree Maker, read more about how to share your FTM 2017 in this article.
Steps you can follow to install Family Tree Maker 2017:
Purchase the software from a reputable retailer or website.
Download the installation file from the retailer or website.
Double-click on the downloaded file to begin the installation process.
Follow the prompts to install the software on your computer.
Once the installation is complete, launch Family Tree Maker 2017 and start creating your family tree.
Family Tree Maker 2017 FAQ
Question:- I’ve installed a new Family Tree Software MacKiev version. Should I keep the old version?
Answer—After installing the Family Tree Maker 2017 or 2019 version, a user can uninstall the old version.
Question- Is the Family Book Creator plugin by Stefan Harms compatible with the new versions?
Answer – Yes! It’s a free update for his Family Book Creator (FBC) for FTM 2017.
Question – From where can I buy family tree maker software?
Answer—Buy FTM 2017 from the MacKiev online store. If you are looking for a discounted price, contact MacKiev chat support.
Question – Can a User Download Family Tree Maker for free?
Answer—No, a user cannot Download Family Tree Maker 2019 for free. MacKiev does not offer a trial version. You will need to purchase it if you want to use an FTM. A user can go to MacKiev chat and request an FTM Free trial, but as per our information, it is not available as a free trial.
Question – Can someone create a simple family tree on paper?
Answer—Yes, a user can create a simple family tree on paper. If you are creating a basic family tree, you should keep yourself, your parents, and your grandparents. If you add more people to your tree, the tree will become bigger, and then you will need software instead of paper.
It’s important to note that Family Tree Maker 2017 is no longer supported by the software developer, so it may not be compatible with the latest operating systems or other software on your computer. You may want to consider using a newer version or an alternative Family Tree Maker 2019 software.