23andMe
23andMe is excited to be back at RootsTech 2025! 23andMe’s Ancestry Service includes innovative and scientifically robust features, more than 4,000 geographic regions, interactive components and ways to delve into DNA Relative connections. Through 23andMe+ Premium, customers are able to explore their genetics even further with additional tools and exclusive content such as historical DNA matches, census records, access to more DNA Relatives and advanced filters, as well as fascinating insights into their health traits and predispositions.
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Extending Relationship Predictions
23andMe has updated your relationship predictions to identify distant cousins who shared a common ancestor with you in the distant past. In this video, we'll discuss why researchers now think that many of the relatives identified by genetic tests may in fact be much more distant than we previously thought.
Introducing HybridIBD
Did you know that 23andMe recently updated the way it finds DNA Relatives? Learn about HybridIBD, the new industry-leading DNA match detection algorithm that delivers exceptionally accurate DNA Relatives. HybridIBD is available now to all new customers and subscribers to 23andMe+ Premium and Total Health.
Discover Your DNA Story with DaNA: Your AI Guide
Curious about your genetic results? Meet DaNA, the AI-powered guide that takes you deeper into your DNA story. With access to both your ancestry results and expert-reviewed scientific insights, DaNA makes it easier than ever to explore your heritage and discover the unique history of your ancestors. Whether you're uncovering your maternal lineage or learning about your genetic background, DaNA provides science-backed, personalized answers to your questions.Watch the video to see how DaNA unlocks the full potential of your DNA results and guides you through your family’s past!
Historical Matches Introduction & Walkthrough
In this video, a 23andMe Product Manager will introduce you to one of our most exciting premium features: Historical Matches. For those of you who are passionate about history, genetic genealogy, or ancestry, this feature offers a totally new way to connect with history through your DNA. Scientists have sequenced the genomes of many ancient and historical individuals from around the world, and now, using custom, peer-reviewed methods developed by 23andMe scientists in partnership with leading ancient DNA experts, 23andMe can identify sections of your DNA that you share with these people who lived long ago, from Beethoven to an unnamed 11th century Viking Warrior or a Maya sacrifice victim. Our custom approach ensures the highest level of accuracy and reliability available.
23andMe: Family Tree and Records
In this talk, we’ll explore one of 23andMe’s latest premium Family Tree feature, Records and Archives. Learn how to access and use this tool to find historical records, interact with ‘hints,’ and continue building on your automatically generated genetic tree.
23andMe Ancestry Features: Diversity Matters
23andMe depends on a diverse genetic database to provide features that benefit customers of all backgrounds. This video highlights updates to ancestry features that were made possible by genetic representation from around the world.