familysearch.org operates primarily as a knowledge base, focusing on genealogical research. FamilySearch is a non-profit organization that offers genealogical records, resources, and services for free. It helps millions of people worldwide discover their family history and connect with their ancestors through a vast collection of historical documents and user-contributed family trees. It is operated by FamilySearch International, a subsidiary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into educational platforms and content publishing, providing a broader range of services.
familysearch.org is a well-established platform operated by FamilySearch International. Top 10,000 global website, 27 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 10,000 global website27 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While familysearch.org is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
File Hosting
familysearch.org
allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
Document Hosting
familysearch.org
hosts documents and pages shared via links. Because the domain is trusted, links pass through email spam filters easily. Attackers exploit this to host fake invoices, login pages, or malware download prompts.
User-Generated Content
familysearch.org
hosts content created by its users, not the platform operator. Individual posts, profiles, or pages may contain scams, misinformation, or phishing attempts that the platform hasn't yet detected or removed.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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Developer API
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GET /api/v1/classify?domain=familysearch.org
{
"domain": "familysearch.org",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "knowledge_base",
"specialization": "Genealogical Research",
"secondary_purposes": [
"educational",
"content_publishing"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Global non-profit providing genealogical records and family history resources",
"summary": "FamilySearch is a non-profit organization that offers genealogical records, resources, and services for free. It helps millions of people worldwide discover their family history and connect with their ancestors through a vast collection of historical documents and user-contributed family trees.",
"operator": "FamilySearch International",
"parent_entity": "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints",
"topics": [
"genealogy",
"family history",
"ancestors",
"historical records",
"non-profit",
"research"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": false,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": true
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "1998-06-25",
"rank": 3712,
"hosting_provider": "AMAZON-AES"
}
}