Why Editing Rights are Limited
The Research Wiki has relied on FamilySearch staff and genealogical community members to add or change content. After 16 years, FamilySearch has formalized policies and procedures to define the content allowed in the Research Wiki. To improve standardization of content and structure of pages to meet these goals, all contributors will need to understand and follow the policies and procedures. As of July 1, 2024, contributor training is now available.
Editing Rights for ALL Contributors - Suspended July 1, 2024
- Editing Suspended on English Wiki - July 1, 2024: All new and current Wiki community and FamilySearch staff editors will be required to complete the new Wiki contributor training. To resume editing privileges, all users must complete the training. Short assessment quizzes will also be given to help in retention of information and proof of training completion.
- New Contributor Training: Choose the correct option to begin the training:
- You will receive an email within two business days with more information regarding the process of training.
- Submit Content to the FamilySearch Wiki: Contributions to the Wiki can be done by using the Submit Wiki Content/Report a Problem form. FamilySearch Staff will review the requests and update the Wiki accordingly.
FamilySearch Center Pages Deleted - July 1, 2024
- As per previous announcements given regarding FamilySearch Center Wiki page editors, all FamilySearch center Wiki pages have been deleted as of July 1, 2024.
- EXCEPTION: Large FS centers and FSCs who requested a Brightspot page will retain their center Wiki pages. For more information.
- FamilySearch Center staff who keep their editing rights are asked to only edit Wiki pages that relate to their center or library. If you wish to edit other pages in the Wiki, you will need to take the required training. There will be no exceptions.
- Please send any questions to wikisupport@familysearch.org regarding FamilySearch center Wiki pages.
How to Submit Content to the Wiki
- Wiki content may be suggested through the Submit Wiki Content or Report a Problem form.
- FamilySearch staff will review all requests and make changes accordingly.