RootsPersona
Rootspersona creates pages of family history using data imported from a GEDCOM file (version 5.5).
The facts
- Rating
- 4.6★ from 17
- Active installs
- 400+
- Price
- Free
- Last updated
- 19 Jun 2026
- Added
- Jan 2011
- Requires WP
- 6.0
- Tested up to
- WP 6.9.7
- Requires PHP
- 7.4
- Downloads
- 34,348
Our analysis
AI-assistedRootsPersona is a WordPress plugin designed for creating family history pages using data from GEDCOM files. It allows administrators to upload multiple GEDCOM files, select individuals to feature, and customize the display of family information. The plugin also supports multi-site installations and offers various privacy options.
With RootsPersona, you can create detailed pages that include links to family members, visual family trees, and even upload images for individuals. It is suitable for genealogists and anyone interested in documenting family history online.
Best for: This plugin is best for genealogists and family historians looking to create detailed family trees on their WordPress sites.
What it does well
- ✓Supports GEDCOM Version 5.5
- ✓Allows multiple GEDCOM file uploads
- ✓Customizable family history pages
- ✓Includes a Top Ten Surnames widget
- ✓Flexible privacy options
Where it falls short
- •Limited documentation available
- •Requires PHP 7.4 or above
Verdict
RootsPersona provides a robust solution for managing family history data, though users may need to navigate limited documentation.
From the developer
urryes's own description of RootsPersona, lightly tidied.
- IMPORTANT Rootspersona requires PHP7.4 or above
Check out the Changelog for new release details!
Rootspersona creates pages of family history using data imported from one or more GEDCOM files.
It allows an administrator to create pages featuring people or evidence with a variety of panels that can
be mixed and matched for optimum customization.
New in 3.0!
- You can now identify Rootspersona as the System of Record, allowing you to edit your data online!
- Includes a Top Ten Surnames widget!
- Support for multi-site installs
Features
- Support for GEDCOM Version 5.5
- Support for HTML5 microdata from historical-data.org
- Ability to upload more than one GEDCOM file from the same source and link families together
- Ability to select which persons from the GEDCOM file to create pages for
- As updates are made, GEDCOM files can be reloaded and existing pages will be updated
- Each page includes links to children and spouses
- Each page displays a visual family tree that includes three generations
- Ability to link pictures uploaded to WordPress to each person (up to 7)
- Flexible privacy options, including Public, Member Only, and Private
- MANY customization options…
** New in 3.0! **
- if you define Rootspersona as the system of record, you can now edit your data online!
- enhanced installer now supports multi-site installation!
For detailed documentation, goto rootspersona.com
Upgrading from versions earlier than 2.4.0
- If you are still running a version earlier than 2.4.0, you must first upgrade to 2.4.0 before going any higher
Usage:
Detailed documentation will appear later because the old domain no longer exists.
To import your first GEDCOM and create your first page(s):
- Find the Upload GEDCOM File page link under Rootspersona Options.
- Browse for a GEDCOM file on your local PC and select ‘Upload’.
- Select one or more persons to create pages for and select ‘Submit’
Your WordPress site will now have one or more persona pages for the people you selected!