About
Kindex is a web-based archival and transcription tool built for families, genealogists, and family organizations who want to digitize and preserve their historical records. The platform allows users to upload scanned documents — including multi-page PDFs, letters, diaries, journals, and old photographs — and instantly transcribe and index them into a fully searchable archive. Kindex offers two archive types: Public Archives, open to all Kindex users for browsing and contributing, and Private Archives, accessible only by invitation from the archive owner. Both tiers support up to 200 GB of storage and include tools for tagging, indexing, browsing, and full-text search. The collaboration model makes it easy for multiple family members or organization members to contribute records, index documents, and maintain a shared knowledge base of family history. An optional Granite Pro™ upgrade extends the platform's capabilities further. Kindex is ideal for genealogy enthusiasts, family historians, churches, and historical societies who need a structured, searchable home for their document collections. With a free entry point for public archive participation and affordable monthly pricing for archive owners, Kindex lowers the barrier to preserving generational records. Physical scanning services are also available at their Kaysville, UT location.
Key Features
- Instant Transcription & Indexing: Automatically transcribe uploaded documents and multi-page PDFs, making handwritten or printed records instantly searchable.
- Searchable Archives: Full-text search across all indexed records in any archive you own or have access to, enabling fast retrieval of historical documents.
- Public & Private Archive Options: Create a publicly accessible archive open to all Kindex users, or a private archive with invitation-only access for sensitive family records.
- Collaborative Record-Keeping: Invite family members or organization collaborators to help add, index, tag, and search records within your archive.
- 200 GB Storage per Archive: Each archive supports up to 200 GB of document storage, accommodating large collections of scanned records, images, and files.
Use Cases
- Preserving and digitizing a family's historical letters, diaries, and journals into a searchable online archive
- Genealogy research — indexing and transcribing old records to make them easily searchable across generations
- Family organizations maintaining a shared document archive accessible to all members
- Churches or historical societies organizing large collections of scanned documents and historical records
- Individuals transcribing handwritten or printed vintage documents for long-term digital preservation
Pros
- Free Public Archive Access: Any Kindex user can browse and contribute to public archives at no cost, making it accessible for entry-level genealogy work.
- Instant Document Transcription: Speeds up the traditionally tedious process of manually reading and typing out historical records with automated transcription support.
- Collaboration-Friendly: Multiple family members or organization contributors can work together on building and maintaining the archive.
- Physical Scanning Services Available: In-person document scanning services available at their Kaysville, UT location for those who need help digitizing physical materials.
Cons
- Storage Cap at 200 GB: Each archive is limited to 200 GB, which may be restrictive for organizations with very large document collections.
- Archive Ownership Requires Paid Plan: Creating and managing your own archive requires a monthly subscription starting at $19.99–$24.99/month, with no free owner tier.
- Limited Platform Availability: Currently web-only with no dedicated mobile apps, which may limit accessibility for users on the go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kindex used for?
Kindex is used to digitize, transcribe, index, and search historical family records such as letters, diaries, journals, and scanned documents. It's designed for families, genealogists, and family organizations who want a searchable online archive.
What is the difference between a Public and Private Archive?
A Public Archive is accessible to all Kindex users, who can browse, add, and index records. A Private Archive is invitation-only, meaning only people you invite can access or contribute to the records.
How much does Kindex cost?
Kindex archive ownership costs $24.99/month, or $19.99/month if you earn Rewards by completing 20 records per month. A 3-year plan is available at $699 (approximately $19.42/month). An optional Granite Pro™ upgrade adds $9.99/month.
Can I use Kindex for free?
Yes — any Kindex user can browse and contribute to public archives for free. However, creating and owning your own archive requires a paid subscription.
Does Kindex support multi-page PDF transcription?
Yes, Kindex supports uploading and transcribing multi-page PDFs, allowing you to process longer documents like journals or ledgers in a single upload.
