If you happen to need to convert a GEDCOM file from a Unicode (RTF-8 or RTF-16) format to a non-Unicode GEDCOM, what’s the solution?
Solution #1 – Convert with a text editor
Not the most elegant of solutions, but it’ll do in a pinch. Open the GEDCOM file in a text editor such as Apple’s TextEdit that comes with Mac OS X, and then save as a plain-text file. If you have problems with this method, highlight everything in the GEDCOM file after you open it up, then open a new TextEdit window, paste everything into it, then save it. Make sure and save with a .ged or .GED extension.
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Solution #2 – GedScape GEDCOM Viewer/Website Publisher
GedScape is not a genealogy application, it’s more of a genealogy utility that allows you to view, manipulate, and convert GEDCOM files, including Unicode, and can also generate stand-alone websites.
Note: When you convert it from a unicode to a plain-text ASCII file, the file size will shrink drastically.
More on this issue:
– Mac Genealogy Software – Unicode, UTF-8, and GEDCOMs
– Unicode, UTF-8, GEDCOM 5.5.1, GEDCOMs, and Macs
This software list is out of date.
This page contains information about actively developed Mac OS X genealogy software (apps, applications) for Apple’s Macintosh Computers – iMac, MacBooks, MacBook Airs, MacBook Pro, Mac Pro. There is additional information at the bottom about older software that may support PowerPC Macs as well as “Classic” Macs.
Additional Lists about Mac Genealogy Software
– Mac Genealogy Software Recommendations (outdated)
– Mac Genealogy Software – Unicode, UTF-8, and GEDCOMs
– Mac Genealogy Software that supports LDS/TempleReady options (outdated)
Mac OS X Genealogy Software
This software is currently supported and in development since 2012. Cost is listed in US $. The list is sorted by the latest updates. If you see any errors, please contact us.iOS = iPhone, iPad, iPod touch
| Updated/Version | Cost | Requirements | Platforms | Notes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MacFamilyTree 7 | Mar 2015 Version 7.3.3 | $49.99 | OS X 10.7 | OS X, iOS | Uses iCloud to keep genealogy data in sync. Can use Dropbox. | |
| Family Tree Maker 3 | Feb 2015 Version 22.2.4 | $39.99 | OS X 10.7 | OS X, iOS, Windows, Android | Compatible with Family Tree Maker 2014 (Windows), keeps data in sync with Ancestry.com | |
| Family tree Builder 7.0 for Mac (Announcement) | Jan 2015 Version 7.0 | $0 | OS X | OS X, iOS, Windows, Android | NOTE: This is the Windows version, with a 'wrapper' for OS X. A native version is planned. | |
| Familienbande | Jan 2015 | $0 | OS X | OS X, Windows, Linux | Supports PowerPC (PPC) | |
| Reunion 10 Reunion 9 | Nov 2014 10.0.7 (beta) | $99.99 | OS X | OS X, iOS | NOTE: This is a beta release, intended to fix a bug with OS X 10.10 'Yosemite' | |
| My Family Tree | Nov 2014 Version 1.3.1 | $19.99 | OS X 10.8, 64-bit | OS X | Does not support GEDCOM. Very simple family tree editor. | |
| Heredis 2014 Heredis for Mac (2012) | Oct 2014 Version 3.3.2 | $59.99 | OS X 10.7.3, 64-bit | OS X, iOS, Windows | Can sync between Macs, PCs, and iPhone/iPad over WiFi, or through a USB flash drive. | |
| iFamily for Leopard (older page) | Oct 2014 Version 2.895 | $29.95 | OS X 10.4 | OS X | Supports PowerPC (PPC) | |
| Gramps Gramps (older version) | Oct 2014 Version 4.1.1 | $0 | OS X 10.5 | OS X, Windows, Linux, BSD | Supports PowerPC (PPC) | |
| MacBridge for RootsMagic 6/7 (Announcement) | Sep 2014 Version 7.0.4.0 | $14.95 | OS X | OS X, iOS, Windows, Android | NOTE: This is the Windows version, with a 'wrapper' for OS X. A native version is planned. | |
| GEDitCOM II 2.0 GEDitCOM II (older version) | Aug 2014 Version 2.0 | $64.99 | OS X 10.6 | OS X | This is a free upgrade for GEDitCOM II users. | |
| ohmiGeneLite ohmiGene 5 | Jul 2014 Version 6.11.5 | Donation | OS X 10.7 | OS X, iOS, Windows | May only be available in French. Not sure on cost or ordering from Europe. | |
| GedScape | Apr 2014 Version 3.0.01 | $59.99 | OS X 10.6.6, 64-bit | OS X, Windows | NOTE: This is only for browsing GEDCOM files/exporting to a web site. | |
| PAW2U | Mar 2014 Version 103.0 | $0 | OS X 10.6.6 | OS X | ||
| GenealogyJ | 2014 | $0 | OS X 10.5, Java VM 1.6 | OS X, Windows, Linux, Solaris | Open Source, Java-based. |
List of discontinued, inactive, obsolete, or older Mac OS X genealogy software
Gedcom File Editor
| Updated/Version | Requirements | Platform(s) | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FamilyTree | Oct 2013 Version 1.2.2 | OS X 10.7, 64-bit | OS X, Intel | NOTE: It appears to no longer be in active development, as the official website is down. Supports iCloud. |
| Family Tree Maker 2010 for Mac | Jan 2011 Version 19.2.1.241 | 10.5.8 | GEDCOM Support | |
| MacFamilyTree 5 | Aug 2010 Version 5.7.8 | 10.4 | GEDCOM Support | |
| MyBlood | Jul 2010 Version 1.31 | OS X 10.4 | OS X, Intel or PPC | GEDCOM Support |
| Heredis Mac X.2 | Sep 2009 | OS X 10.1.3 | OS X | GEDCOM Support |
| Osk | Jul 2009 Version 4.71 | OS X 10.3 | OS X, Intel or PPC | |
| PA Writer II (now PAW2U) | 2009 | ? | GEDCOM Support | |
| Genealogy Pro | Jul 2007 Version 2.2 | 10.4 | GEDCOM Support | |
| GenerationX | Jul 2007 Version 3.0a2 | 10.3.9 | GEDCOM Support | |
| Jun 2007 Version 0.2b | ? | |||
| Family | Mar 2007 Version 2.0.2 | 10.3.9 | ||
| GEDCOM Editor | Dec 2006 Version 1.1 | 10.4 | GEDCOM Support | |
| seeGEDCOMX | Jun 2006 Version 0.8 | OS X PPC | GEDCOM Support | |
| MacPAF | Apr 2006 | ? | GEDCOM Support |
Gedcom Mac Free Software
Last Updated: March 3, 2015