About
GenogramAI is a free AI-powered platform for creating genograms — standardized multi-generational family diagrams widely used in therapy, social work, genealogy, and medical research. Instead of manually placing symbols and drawing connections, users can simply describe their family in plain English and the AI (powered by Gemini) instantly generates a properly structured genogram. The platform offers three flexible input methods: natural language description, image or sketch upload with AI visual analysis, and JSON data import. Once generated, diagrams can be edited on an infinite vector canvas with smart auto-arrange, drag-and-drop rearrangement, and touch-optimized controls for mobile and tablet sessions. With over 150 standardized McGoldrick symbols, 58 relationship types, and medical history tracking, GenogramAI meets the professional standards required by clinical practitioners. Exports are available in PNG (free), as well as PDF, SVG, and GEDCOM formats on paid plans. Security is built into every tier: all cloud data is protected with AES-256-GCM encryption. The Clinical plan adds a local desktop app (Mac and Windows) with zero-knowledge encryption, ensuring sensitive patient data never leaves the clinician's device — making it HIPAA-ready for professional clinical environments. GenogramAI serves therapists and counselors, social work and psychology students, genealogy researchers, and institutional researchers needing custom integrations. No account is required to start with the free tier, making it immediately accessible for personal exploration or professional use alike.
Key Features
- AI Family Architect: Build genograms from plain-English descriptions, uploaded sketches/photos, or JSON data — all powered by Google Gemini AI.
- 150+ McGoldrick Symbols & 58 Relationship Types: Comprehensive library of standardized clinical symbols covering family structures, medical conditions, psychological history, and complex relationship types.
- Infinite Vector Canvas: A smooth, scalable canvas with smart auto-arrange, drag-and-drop editing, and touch support for mobile and tablet use — no learning curve required.
- Bank-Grade Security & Clinical Mode: AES-256-GCM encryption for all cloud data, with zero-knowledge local encryption in Clinical Mode (HIPAA-ready) so sensitive patient data never leaves the clinician's device.
- Multi-Format Export: Export genograms as PNG (free), or as PDF, SVG, and GEDCOM files on Professional and Clinical plans for sharing, printing, and archiving.
Use Cases
- Therapists and counselors creating detailed client family diagrams during or between sessions to identify intergenerational patterns and relationship dynamics.
- Social work and psychology students completing academic assignments that require standardized McGoldrick genograms for family systems analysis.
- Medical professionals mapping hereditary conditions such as cancer (BRCA), cardiovascular disease, or mental health disorders across multiple generations for risk assessment.
- Genealogy enthusiasts documenting complex multi-generational family histories with relationship context beyond what standard family tree tools provide.
- Universities and research institutions conducting family systems or behavioral genetics research that requires structured, exportable genogram data.
Pros
- No Signup Required: The free tier is immediately accessible — no account creation needed to start building genograms, lowering the barrier to entry significantly.
- Multiple AI Input Methods: Supports natural language text, image/sketch upload, and JSON import, giving users maximum flexibility in how they provide family data.
- Clinically Compliant Security: The Clinical plan's zero-knowledge encryption and HIPAA-ready desktop app make it suitable for professional therapy and social work environments.
- Standards-Based Symbol Library: Adherence to McGoldrick standardized symbols ensures genograms are professionally recognized and accepted in academic, clinical, and research contexts.
Cons
- Free Plan Is Heavily Limited: The free tier caps users at only 2 projects and 50 people per project, which is insufficient for complex family histories or ongoing professional practice.
- Zero-Knowledge Encryption Locked Behind Highest Tier: HIPAA-ready Clinical Mode with true zero-knowledge encryption requires the $29/mo Clinical plan, making it a significant cost for individual practitioners.
- AI Generation Quality Depends on Input Clarity: Natural language generation works best with well-structured descriptions; ambiguous or complex family narratives may require manual correction after AI generation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a genogram and how is it different from a family tree?
A genogram is a multi-generational family diagram that goes beyond a standard family tree by including standardized symbols for medical conditions, psychological history, relationship quality, and behavioral patterns. It is widely used in therapy, social work, and medicine to analyze inherited traits and family dynamics.
Is GenogramAI free to use?
Yes, GenogramAI has a free tier that requires no signup. The free plan supports up to 2 projects with 50 people per project and includes basic AI assistance and PNG export. Paid plans start at $12/mo for Professional and $29/mo for Clinical use.
How does the AI generate a genogram from text?
You type a natural language description of your family — names, ages, relationships, medical history, and other details — and the AI (powered by Google Gemini) parses that description and automatically places the correct McGoldrick symbols, draws relationship connections, and arranges the layout on the canvas.
Is GenogramAI HIPAA-compliant for clinical use?
The Clinical plan ($29/mo) includes a desktop app for Mac and Windows with Clinical Mode, which uses zero-knowledge AES-256-GCM encryption. In this mode, your encryption key never leaves your device and GenogramAI cannot access your data, making it HIPAA-ready for professional clinical environments.
What file formats can I export my genogram in?
Free users can export as PNG. Professional and Clinical plan subscribers can also export as PDF, SVG, and GEDCOM — the standard genealogy data format, useful for importing into other family history tools or archiving.
