gramps ☆

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Description:
Genealogy software

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 6.0.6,1@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @GrampsProject | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Other

Tags: genealogy family-tree research history open-source gedcom

Install: brew install --cask gramps

About:
Gramps is a free, open-source genealogy software that allows users to build and manage complex family trees. It provides powerful tools for tracking ancestors, descendants, and extended family relationships with robust data organization. The software supports detailed recording of events, citations, sources, and media, making it ideal for serious historical research.

Key Features:

Comprehensive family tree management with support for complex relationships
Advanced reporting and chart generation (ancestors, descendants, relationships)
Cross-platform compatibility with robust import/export capabilities (GEDCOM, XML, etc.)
Extensible plugin architecture for custom reports and tools
Detailed source and citation tracking for genealogical research

Use Cases:

Building and visualizing detailed family trees and genealogical charts
Documenting and preserving family history and ancestry research
Collaborating on genealogical projects with data sharing and export features

Alternatives:

Family Tree Maker – Commercial alternative with sync services, but Gramps is free, open-source, and offers more control over data.
Ancestry.com – Subscription-based service with online records; Gramps is offline-first and focuses on data ownership and privacy.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:16pm	6.0.5,1	0	VERSION_BUMP	0cdcb5fe
Aug 10, 2025 10:00pm	6.0.4,1	0	VERSION_BUMP	2e3e455a