Thanks for adding profiles to WikiTree. There are reasons behind the eighth point in our Honor Code: "We cite sources. Without sources we can't objectively resolve conflicting information."
A source provides a way to find out more about the person. Showing sources reduces confusion and duplicates.
How Do You Find Sources? offers links to free sources (and a few for subscription). If you can't find a source, try asking about it at the G2G Forum.
The initial email from us has helpful links that will get you started on WikiTree.
WikiTree is different because our goal is to have one profile per person, and that means we all work together as a BIG collaborative team!
Are you, like myself, interested in how your family fits into the big tree? Do you have research youd like to share? When you confirm your email address, youll have an opportunity to volunteer (To add your OWN family information), then one of our Greeters will be happy to confirm your membership, and youll be on your way!
When site is busy please be patient waiting for Greeter
NOTE- adding Info is limited until you Volunteer and become a FULL member.
Now that you have had a little time to try WikiTree, there are a few more features you may find useful.
Ideas on what to include in a profile can be found in Styles and Standards, including some tips on writing biographies.
If you need to describe an event, an heirloom or a location relevant to your research, you may like to learn about Free Space Profiles.
Lastly, sometimes you'll run into unresponsive profile managers. We have a process for resolving those unfortunate situations.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask via my profile page.
Vicky Majewski ~ WikiTree Mentor
Thanks for adding profiles to WikiTree. There are reasons behind the eighth point in our Honor Code: "We cite sources. Without sources we can't objectively resolve conflicting information."
A source provides a way to find out more about the person. Showing sources reduces confusion and duplicates.
How Do You Find Sources? offers links to free sources (and a few for subscription). If you can't find a source, try asking about it at the G2G Forum.
The Sources Style Guide shows how to enter sources in the biography.
Please contact me with any questions you have about adding sources to the profiles you manage.
David ~ WikiTree Mentor
Not sure how to start? Visit How to Use Wikitree for instructions.
Our G2G forum is a great way to get to know our community! Join the fun with our Question of the Week: Insert new link here every week
Looking for some great ways to help out our collective effort? The Volunteers Needed page is the place to go!
Someone will check back with you in a couple of days to see how things are going. Meanwhile, enjoy getting to know WikiTree!
What are some of the ways you have used to get your family interested in genealogy?
Greeter Doug Zimmerman Frederick Maryland, USA
The initial email from us has helpful links that will get you started on WikiTree.
WikiTree is different because our goal is to have one profile per person, and that means we all work together as a BIG collaborative team!
Are you, like myself, interested in how your family fits into the big tree? Do you have research youd like to share? When you confirm your email address, youll have an opportunity to volunteer (To add your OWN family information), then one of our Greeters will be happy to confirm your membership, and youll be on your way!
When site is busy please be patient waiting for Greeter
NOTE- adding Info is limited until you Volunteer and become a FULL member.
Welcome to the family! Glad you joined.
Greeter Doug Zimmerman Frederick Maryland, USA