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Dec 12, 2022 · FamilySearch Indexing is a volunteer project established in 2006 and run by FamilySearch. The project aims to create searchable digital indexes for scanned images of historical …

May 7, 2025 · Have you ever indexed FamilySearch historical records? If so, you've been a part of the long and fascinating history of indexing.

Results from completed indexing projects are published at http://www.familysearch.org. Many names are linked to images so that researchers can view the original documents.

Oct 7, 2025 · The new indexing activities do not support groups, so the indexing group feature has been removed. To stay connected, consider inviting those who might be interested to a FamilySearch …

Dec 1, 2024 · Once you've studied the guidelines and familiarized yourself with how to index documents from each batch that you work on, getting experience indexing is likely the most effective way to get …

Aug 7, 2025 · At FamilySearch, we’ve improved the technology behind indexing, giving you new opportunities to volunteer your indexing skills. See the Get Involved section of our site for more …

Apr 21, 2025 · One of these changes is that the initial indexing of records from historical documents will now be done by FamilySearch’s artificial intelligence rather than by online volunteers. Volunteers will …

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Get involved in indexing and learn how to make historical records searchable for yourself and others. Contribute today to preserve your family history!