GEDmatch

What GEDmatch does

GEDmatch operates a DNA and genealogical analysis platform that enables cross-database matching of raw DNA data uploaded by users. The platform accepts uploads from all major consumer DNA testing companies — AncestryDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage, FamilyTreeDNA, Living DNA, and tellmeGen — and provides comparison tools (One-to-Many, One-to-One, Admixture analysis, AutoClusters, AutoTree, AutoKinship, AutoSegment, and Find Most Recent Common Ancestor) that identify genetic relatives, ethnic background proportions, shared ancestral segments, and common ancestors across company boundaries. The database reportedly contains 1.2 million+ DNA profiles and 50 million+ people in linked GEDCOM family tree files, with the value of the platform scaling with each additional profile uploaded.

The business operates on a freemium model: basic matching and comparison tools are free, while advanced analytical features are gated behind a Tier 1 subscription priced at approximately $10 per month. GEDmatch is operated by Verogen, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Qiagen N.V., a publicly-traded molecular diagnostics company, and is headquartered at 19300 Germantown Road, Germantown, Maryland. A separate, opt-in portal — GEDmatch PRO (pro.gedmatch.com) — serves law enforcement and government agencies for forensic investigative genetic genealogy, including violent crime identification and human remains identification. Primary user segments are amateur-to-professional genealogists and adoptees seeking biological relatives, with secondary revenue and reputational exposure from law enforcement usage. Distribution is entirely self-serve through a web-based SaaS platform, with no mobile application, supported by content marketing, community forums, video tutorials, and conference presence (e.g., RootsTech 2026).

Name

GEDmatch

Legal name

Verogen, Inc.

Website

https://gedmatch.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

GEDmatch is a freemium DNA and genealogy comparison platform that lets users upload raw DNA data from major testing companies (AncestryDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage, FamilyTreeDNA, Living DNA, tellmeGen) to find genetic relatives and shared ancestors across databases, serving genealogists, adoptees, and law enforcement via its separate PRO portal.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Genetic Genealogy Software

NAICS

Investigation and Personal Background Check Services (561611)

akta.pro primary industry

Genetic & Genomic Testing (germline, somatic, carrier, pharmacogenomics) (HLAAALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Genomics & Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Services (HLAGANAA), Genomic Profiling & Sequencing-Based Precision Medicine (HLAAANAA)

Keywords

• DNA matching platform
• Genetic genealogy tools
• Forensic DNA analysis
• Family tree comparison
• Ancestry DNA database

Headquarters

HQ city

Lake Worth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tier 1 Subscription: Premium subscription service providing access to advanced tools including clustering, multiple kit analysis, advanced filtering, and visualization features. Users pay monthly or annually for enhanced capabilities beyond the free basic tier.
2. Freemium Model: Basic DNA comparison tools and features are provided free of charge. Users can upload DNA data and access fundamental matching features at no cost, with premium features reserved for paying subscribers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

GEDmatch operates a web-based DNA comparison and genetic genealogy platform where users upload raw DNA data files from major testing companies (23andMe, AncestryDNA, FamilyTreeDNA, MyHeritage, Living DNA, tellmeGen) and run cross-database matching, admixture analysis, GEDCOM family tree comparison, and clustering tools to find genetic relatives and trace ancestry. A premium Tier 1 subscription unlocks advanced tools (AutoClusters, AutoTree, AutoKinship, AutoSegment, MRCA). A separate GEDmatch PRO portal serves law enforcement and government agencies for investigative forensic genetic genealogy.

Product overview

GEDmatch is a free DNA and genealogy comparison platform with a tiered model: the free tier provides core tools for cross-platform DNA matching (accepting uploads from AncestryDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage, FamilyTreeDNA, Living DNA, and tellmeGen), including One-to-Many matching, One-to-One autosomal comparison, Admixture ethnicity analysis, and GEDCOM family tree management. The premium Tier 1 subscription ($10/month) unlocks advanced tools including AutoClusters (visual color-coded match grouping), AutoTree (ancestor-based clustering), AutoKinship (kinship reconstruction), AutoSegment (chromosomal segment analysis), Multiple Kit Analysis, and the Find Most Recent Common Ancestor tool. A separate GEDmatch PRO platform serves law enforcement and government agencies for criminal investigations and human remains identification. The platform also operates a Genetic Witness Program for humanitarian DNA identification efforts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• GEDmatch Consumer Platform Web platform where individuals upload raw DNA data from consumer testing companies (23andMe, AncestryDNA, FamilyTreeDNA, MyHeritage, Living DNA, tellmeGen) to run cross-database matching, admixture (ethnicity) analysis, GEDCOM family tree comparison, and a suite of advanced analytical tools (AutoClusters, AutoTree, AutoKinship, AutoSegment, MRCA) to find genetic relatives and trace ancestry. Free basic tools with $10/month Tier 1 premium upgrade.
• GEDmatch PRO Dedicated portal serving federal, state and local law enforcement, military, and government identification agencies performing forensic investigative genetic genealogy (FIGG). Used to identify perpetrators of violent crimes (murder, manslaughter, aggravated rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and to identify unknown human remains. Operates under separate terms from the consumer platform and requires user opt-in consent.
• Genetic Witness Program Opt-in humanitarian program where users consent to their uploaded DNA being used to help identify unknown deceased individuals, including military personnel and disaster victims, through cross-referencing against the GEDmatch database.

Quantifiable outcome

• Users can find DNA matches across multiple testing company databases, connecting with relatives who might only have tested at a different company
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Murder Has a Name FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 May 2026GEDmatch is one of five forensic technology partners (alongside DNA Labs International, RGEN Forensics, BODE Technology, and Signature Science) in the Murder Has a Name foundation. The foundation, launched by Steve and Kristi Goncalves, funds advanced forensic DNA testing for violent crime investigations by independently reviewing and selecting cases for funding.
• American AncestorsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with American Ancestors (New England Historic Genealogical Society) providing integrated services for genealogical research.
• LegacyTree - Hire A GenealogistminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner genealogy service that offers professional genealogy assistance to GEDmatch users, providing a channel for users who need expert help with their research.
• Network Merchants, LLC (NMI)minorOthersPayment processing partner for handling Tier 1 subscription payments and processing user transactions.
• 23andMecoreTechnology or IntegrationMajor DNA testing company. GEDmatch accepts uploads from 23andMe customers, enabling cross-database matching. 23andMe does not accept outside transfers, making GEDmatch essential for 23andMe users seeking matches beyond their platform.
• AncestryDNAcoreTechnology or IntegrationLargest DNA testing company. GEDmatch accepts uploads from AncestryDNA users. Ancestry does not accept outside transfers, making GEDmatch essential for Ancestry users seeking matches beyond their platform.
• FamilyTreeDNAcoreTechnology or IntegrationDNA testing company specializing in genetic genealogy. Has the highest representation in GEDmatch database relative to total customer base (11%+ of customers uploaded). Compatible with GEDmatch for cross-platform matching.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCqUclFXF2fWCvzuLa4W_IhQ

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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