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50,000
Years of history covered
24h
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How to Download Your AncestryDNA Raw File

Follow these steps to export your raw DNA data from Ancestry.com.

1

Sign in to Ancestry

Log in to your Ancestry account.

2

Go to DNA Settings

Click "Settings" in the top-right corner and navigate to your DNA settings page.

3

Request download

Scroll down to "Actions", enter your password, check the consent box, and click "Confirm".

4

Receive the email

Ancestry sends a download link by email (usually within 15 minutes, sometimes up to a few hours).

5

Upload to DNAGENICS

Download the .zip or .txt file from the email, then upload it to DNAGENICS. Free and instant.

How to Upload to DNAGENICS

Three simple steps to unlock your full genetic potential.

1

Create a free account

Sign up or log in to your DNAGENICS account. No credit card required to upload.

2

Select your AncestryDNA file

Choose your raw data file (.zip or .txt). We accept files up to 50 MB.

3

Explore your ancestry

Within 24 hours, browse ancient DNA matches, ancestry reports, haplogroups, G25 Studio, and much more.

Privacy and Security

Your genetic data is among the most sensitive information you own. We treat it that way.

GDPR Compliant

EU-hosted, fully compliant with GDPR. Your rights are respected.

256-bit Encryption

Data encrypted in transit and at rest using AES-256 protocols.

Delete Anytime

Remove your raw file and all reports from your account permanently.

Never Sold

We never sell or share your genetic data with third parties. Ever.

Frequently Asked Questions

We accept AncestryDNA raw data files. The file typically arrives as a .zip archive. You can upload the zip file directly or the extracted .txt file. Both formats are supported.
Yes. Your genetic data is encrypted during transfer and storage. We never share or sell your data. We are GDPR compliant, and you can delete your data at any time from your account settings.
Upload typically takes less than a minute. Processing begins immediately. Most reports are ready within 2-24 hours depending on the analysis type and system load.
Yes. Uploading your raw DNA file is free. Once uploaded, you can purchase individual ancestry reports, haplogroup analysis, G25 coordinates, and other tools as needed.
Yes. You have full control over your data. You can delete your raw file and all associated reports at any time from your account settings.
After uploading, you can access Shared Roots ancient matches, ancestry reports (Celtic, Viking, Iberian, Neanderthal, and more), haplogroup predictions, G25 Studio, admixture calculators, and trait analyses.
Begin Your Journey

Your AncestryDNA data holds 50,000 years of history

Upload your raw file for free and discover your deep ancestry, ancient DNA matches, and genetic heritage. Results in 24 hours.