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Archives.com is an online genealogy platform that provides access to more than 11.8 billion historical records, photographs, newspapers, and vital documents. The service is aimed at individuals who want to research their family history in an accessible and affordable way.
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About Archives
Founded
July 2009
Parent company
Ancestry.com (since August 2012)
Records available
More than 11.8 billion
Collections
More than 681
Free trial
7 days, cancel any time
Headquarters
Lehi, Utah, United States
Target audience
Beginner to intermediate family historians
Key partners
FamilySearch, National Archives Administration (U.S.)
Archives.com positions itself in the budget-to-mid segment of the genealogy market, targeting everyday users rather than professional researchers, including beginners who may find larger or more complex platforms overwhelming. Founded in July 2009 and acquired by Ancestry.com in August 2012, the platform combines a straightforward search interface with an extensive backend of more than 681 record collections. Archives maintains partnerships with organizations such as FamilySearch and the National Archives Administration of the United States to offer exclusive content. The typical user is someone who wants quick, affordable access to census records, military files, yearbooks, newspapers, and other primary sources without needing advanced genealogical expertise.
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Archives in the news
Recent updates and background about Archives, summarised in our own words.
Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure added to Nintendo Switch 2 Console Archives
The classic role-playing game Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure has been made available through the Console Archives service on the Nintendo Switch 2. The title joins a selection of older games accessible through the platform's archive offering. It is the featured Console Archives release for the current week.
Rare photographs document the history of Black colleges in the US
A collection of largely unknown photographs offers a visual record of historically Black colleges and universities in the United States. The images provide insight into the lives of students and staff at these institutions over the years. The collection sheds light on an often underrepresented part of American educational history.
Closure of Chicago National Archives branch draws concern from researchers
The National Archives branch in Chicago is set to close, a development that has prompted concern among historians, genealogists, and other researchers who rely on its collections. The facility holds records relevant to a wide range of fields and user groups. Its closure is expected to reduce access to important primary source materials for the region.
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What others ask about Archives
Answers to the most common questions, based on search behaviour and our own research.
Is Archives.com a reliable genealogy service?
Archives.com has been operating since July 2009 and became part of the Ancestry.com family in August 2012. The platform is used by hundreds of thousands of family historians and has been covered by outlets such as The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.
Can I try Archives.com for free before paying?
Yes, Archives.com offers a 7-day free trial with no strings attached. The trial can be cancelled at any time.
What types of records can I find on Archives.com?
The platform provides access to census records, military records, newspapers, yearbooks, vital records, photographs, deeds, court case indexes, and more. New collections are added regularly.
How do I contact Archives.com customer service?
Archives.com can be reached by mail at 1300 West Traverse Parkway, Lehi, UT 84043. For subscription management and frequently asked questions, the platform directs users to its online Help page.
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