What is GEDCOM Validator?
GEDCOM Validator is a tool for checking a GEDCOM file for problems which could lead to data loss when transferring files between different genealogy applications. Lots of genealogy products claim support for GEDCOM but often there are differences in the way each creates GEDCOM files. This means it is more important than ever for developers and users to be able to check GEDCOM files adhere to the specifications correctly. Now with GEDCOM Validator, you can check your files for problems and get in depth help on fixing any issues reported.
Features
Validation
Check the validity of GEDCOM 5.5, 5.5.1, 5.6, and 7.x files. Search and save a list of all issues reported.
Documentation
In depth online help with examples showing how to fix any issues reported. View the GEDCOM specifications online.
Accessibility
Full support for many accessibility features including high DPI displays, contrast themes and support for dyslexic friendly fonts.
Search
Search your device for GEDCOM files and view details on the GEDCOM version, text encoding and source program.
Text encoding
Detect and repair the text encoding of GEDCOM 1, 2, 3.0, 4.0 and 5.x files.
Blob decoder
Decode Binary Large Object (BLOB) data and save as a file.
System requirements
- Windows® operating system.
GEDCOM Validator is compatible with:
- Windows 11
- Windows 10 (1607 and later)
- Windows 8.1
- Windows 7 (SP1 only)
Android, Linux, and MacOS are not compatible.
- Microsoft® .NET Framework 4.8 or later.
- Minimum 1 GB memory.
- Minimum 5 MB hard disk space.
- Minimum 1024×768 display resolution.