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What does the name WikiTree mean?
WikiTree is a combination of wiki or wiki wiki, which is a type of online collaboration you can see here on WikiAnswers, and tree for family tree.
Where was WikiTree created?
WikiTree is entirely Internet-based. It was created online. The creator of WikiTree, Chris Whitten, lives in New York State.
How many profiles are on WikiTree?
There are over 2,120,000 profiles on WikiTree as of August, 2011.
How do you create an account on WikiTree?
Click the "register" link in the upper-right corner of any WikiTree page. That will take you to the Account Creation form. Account Creation requires a first name, last name, e-mail address, and password. You can anonymize your name by using initials. The e-mail address is used for your future logins, Trusted List requests, private messages from other WikiTreers, and weekly updates about changes in the profiles you're Watching.
Does WikiTree cost any money to use?
No, WikiTree is a free genealogy platform that allows users to create and share family trees.
Is there a blank family tree form to print on wikitree?
Yes, there are some simple forms available on wikitree.
Can someone get addicted to WikiTree?
Yes, it is very possible to get addicted to WikiTree. It is possibly to get addicted to anything if you enjoy it enough.
Is WikiTree available in any other languages?
No. At this point, WikiTree is only available in English. Profiles can be written in any language but the instructions and field names are in English. WikiTree does plan to add international versions later.
Will WikiTree receive any updates?
WikiTree is continually being updated. Every month new features and functions are released.
Is WikiTree free?
Yes. WikiTree is entirely free. There is no "premium" membership. Expenses are paid by modest ads on public pages.
When was WikiTree created?
WikiTree.com was started in 2008. Chris Whitten began working on WikiTree after leaving Answers.com at the end of 2007.
How many people invented WikiTree?
In a very limited sense, WikiTree.com was invented by one person, Chris Whitten, who also "invented" WikiAnswers. A website named WikiTree.org was invented by Tomas Fulopp. Ward Cunningham first invented "wiki wiki" online collaboration. Jimbo Wales and the community of people who created Wikipedia invented the Mediawiki version of wiki software and many of the features we now associate with all wikis. Brian Casey is the programmer who modified Mediawiki for WikiAnswers and WikiTree. He is responsible for many of the technical innovations on these websites. In a broader sense, WikiTree and WikiAnswers were both created in close collaboration with their early users. The users of these sites aren't just the creators of the content. They have helped invent the core structure and are still helping invent and reinvent features.
