How do I join a group in FamilySearch Community?

Article Id: 1383
September 05, 2025
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FamilySearch Community is a family history forum where you may receive and offer help to fellow patrons. You can find a wide variety of groups to join. Groups focus on research, collaboration, and troubleshooting topics.

FamilySearch Community is only available from the FamilySearch website. 

Steps

  1. Go to FamilySearch Community and sign in with your FamilySearch account.
  2. Below the title banner, click Groups.
  3. Find a group. Use one of these options:
    1. At the top of the main panel, click Research Groups. If your page is in English, you may also see FamilySearch Sponsored Groups as an option. These options may vary depending on your language settings.
    2. Click All Groups and browse the list.
    3. Above the list of groups, click in the Search Groups box and search by keywords.
  4. Click a group title.
  5. Near the upper right side, click Join.
    1. If the group is public, a dialog box displays and asks if you are sure you want to join the group. Click OK.
    2. If the group is private, a dialog box displays and asks you why you want to join the group. Enter your answer and click OK.

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