About
Storied reimagines family history by moving beyond names and dates into meaningful stories and memories. Users can start a family tree from scratch or import one from another platform, then grow it using an ever-expanding collection of historical records spanning census data, military, immigration, marriage documents, and more. A powerful newspaper archive—reaching back to 1607 from sources around the world—lets researchers uncover obituaries, birth announcements, and other rich narrative details. What sets Storied apart is its emphasis on storytelling and inclusivity. Unlike traditional genealogy sites, Storied lets you add people with any type of relationship—not just blood relatives—acknowledging that meaningful connections extend beyond the family tree. The platform's StoriedBooks feature allows users to capture, organize, and publish polished family history books complete with photos, audio recordings, video, newspaper clippings, and historical records, all from within a single interface. Collaboration is central to the experience: private groups let families share memories, photos, and stories in a safe space. Story Prompts help users get started with guided questions, and the platform supports audio recording for those who prefer to narrate rather than type. Storied positions itself as the most affordable option in the genealogy space, offering a free tier and premium access to billions of records at a low monthly cost—making it accessible to casual family historians and serious genealogists alike.
Key Features
- Family Tree Builder: Start a tree from scratch or import one from another platform, with smart clues and search suggestions to help you uncover new family members.
- Historical Records & Newspaper Search: Access billions of historical records (census, military, immigration, marriage) and digitized newspapers dating back to 1607 from around the world.
- StoriedBooks: Create beautifully designed family history books incorporating photos, audio, video, newspaper clippings, and historical records—all printable from within the platform.
- Non-Familial Connections: Add people of any relationship type—not just blood relatives—to capture the full range of meaningful relationships in your life story.
- Private Family Groups: Create collaborative groups where loved ones can securely share memories, photos, and stories in a private, moderated space.
Use Cases
- Researching and building a comprehensive family tree using census, immigration, military, and marriage records
- Creating a printed family history book as a gift for reunions, anniversaries, or to preserve legacy for future generations
- Discovering newspaper articles, obituaries, and birth announcements about ancestors using the historical newspaper archive
- Collaborating with relatives online to collectively document and share family stories, photos, and memories in a private group
- Capturing oral histories by recording audio stories and incorporating them into a multimedia family narrative
Pros
- Highly Affordable: Offers access to billions of records and newspapers at a fraction of the cost of competitors like Ancestry or MyHeritage, with a generous free tier.
- All-in-One Platform: Research, write, collaborate, and print family history books without needing multiple tools or subscriptions.
- Inclusive Relationship Model: Allows non-familial connections in the tree, making it more representative of real-life relationships than traditional genealogy tools.
- Rich Media Support: Supports photos, video, audio recordings, and newspaper clippings to create deeply personal and vivid family narratives.
Cons
- Occasional Service Interruptions: Newspaper search, record search, and clipping-based stories have been reported as periodically unavailable due to service interruptions.
- Smaller Record Database Than Established Competitors: While growing rapidly, Storied's historical record collection may not yet match the sheer volume available on platforms like Ancestry.
- Web-Only Access: Currently limited to a web browser experience with no dedicated mobile app, which may limit on-the-go research convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Storied free to use?
Yes, Storied offers a free tier that lets you start and build a family tree. Premium access to billions of historical records and the full newspaper archive is available at a low monthly cost—described as less than a cup of coffee.
Can I import my existing family tree into Storied?
Yes, Storied allows you to upload a family tree from another genealogy site, making it easy to migrate your existing research without starting over.
What types of historical records are available on Storied?
Storied provides access to census records, marriage records, military records, immigration documents, and digitized newspapers dating back to 1607 from sources around the world.
What is a StoriedBook?
A StoriedBook is a personalized family history book you can create within the platform. It combines photos, videos, audio recordings, story prompts, newspaper clippings, and historical records into a printable, shareable publication.
Can I collaborate with family members on Storied?
Yes, Storied's Groups feature lets you create a private space where family members can share memories, photos, and stories together in a secure, collaborative environment.
