GEDCOM Validator

Validate and fix GEDCOM genealogy files with detailed error reporting and compatibility checks

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About This Tool

This comprehensive GEDCOM validator tool allows you to upload any GEDCOM file (the standard format for genealogy data) and perform thorough validation. The tool checks for syntax errors, missing required tags, date format issues, character encoding problems, and compatibility with major genealogy software. It provides detailed error reports with line numbers, suggests fixes, and displays family tree statistics including individual counts, family counts, and event totals. The validator supports GEDCOM 5.5.1 and 7.0 standards with options for strict or lenient validation modes.

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How to Use

Upload your GEDCOM file by dragging it into the dropzone or clicking to browse
Select validation options (strict mode for full standards compliance or lenient mode for common variations)
Click 'Validate GEDCOM File' to start the validation process
View the detailed results including errors, warnings, and family tree statistics
Download the validation report or copy error details to fix your file

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a GEDCOM file?

GEDCOM (Genealogical Data Communication) is a standard file format for exchanging genealogical data between different genealogy software. It contains family tree information in a structured text format.

What types of errors does this validator detect?

The validator detects syntax errors, missing required tags, invalid date formats, character encoding issues, duplicate IDs, circular relationships, and compatibility issues with genealogy software standards.

Does this tool support GEDCOM 7.0?

Yes, the tool supports both GEDCOM 5.5.1 and 7.0 standards. You can select which standard to validate against in the options.

Is my GEDCOM file stored on your servers?

No, all file processing happens in your browser or temporarily in memory on our server. Files are not permanently stored and are deleted after processing.

Can I validate large GEDCOM files?

Yes, the tool can handle files up to 50MB. For very large files, the server-side processing option provides better performance for complex validation tasks.

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