Let’s start by learning more about TreeVault Cloud Service. This great feature is in Family Tree Maker 2019 which allows its users to sync their family tree data with Ancestry.com online family tree service. Using this feature helps to make it easy for you to keep your tree data up to date across multiple devices and also to share it with other family members. This Service is a new feature which was launched with Family Tree Maker software. Moreover, Mackiev introduced FTM 2019 in September 2019 and provided free cloud service for a year.
You must know that TreeVault Cloud Service is not a traditional cloud storage system. It is definitely different as compared to Drop Box, Google Drive or iCloud. Besides using the TreeVault Cloud service storage system you can easily download your tree if your computer happens to crash or is lost. Hence you do not lose any information if you download the family tree using TreeVault.
TreeVault Cloud Services Features
Antenna Tree
With this feature whenever you upload a tree in TreeVault it helps you to create a source tree that is called the Antenna tree. Hence with all the changes in your FTM your source tree gets updated so in this way, you keep all the information when you download a tree from the cloud. Also, you must make sure that you check your antenna tree is updated.
Emergency Tree Restores Service
Now in case you lose the device where you have your FTM 2019 installed then you can always use the ‘Emergency Tree Restore Service.’ This feature helps to restore your entire tree. You just need to log into your TreeVault account and restore your tree.
NOTE: Kindly remember that if you have multiple trees then you should merge them, make one big tree file and then keep it as an Antenna Tree. Doing so will ensure that you have retained all the information.
FTM Connect App
This feature is a new app service which allows you to view your tree on smart devices. All you need to do is download this app from the ‘App Store or Google Play Store’ and then log into your TreeVault account.
NOTE: You must keep in mind that you cannot add or edit any formation using this app; you can only view it.
Next of Kin
This should let you know that Mackiev surely wants your hard work to go to good use. You have spent years collecting family information. So now using TreeVault you get to assign a successor, who can take forward after your death. You just need to appoint a successor, download the certificate, and then give it to the person who will take over after you.
TreeVault Historical Weather
Now with ‘Historical Weather’ it means that you will get a weather report of the time entered by you in the family tree. For example, you have entered your date of birth. Then if you log into TreeVault and go to your information section you will come to know that it was raining, snowing or a sunny day.
TreeVault Cloud Subscription
Well, when you purchase the FTM 2019 program you get a one-year free subscription to TreeVault service. Then after one year, you would need to pay for the service. Also note that the image given below is only for informational purposes.
Furthermore, if you have any question related you can always contact us directly. Kindly note that we are not MacKiev; therefore we do charge for our premium service.
TreeVault Cloud Services FAQs
Q1. Does the TreeVault Antenna tree replace an Ancestry tree?
Answer:- No, surely it does not replace an Ancestry tree. TreeVault Antenna Tree only uploads the exact copy of your FTM 2019 tree. This includes the ‘Change Log’ and ‘Web’ links as well. This feature helps to restore your tree from the TreeVault Cloud Service or by using the FTM Connect App on any handheld device like an iPhone or iPad.
Q2. Is TreeVault the same as DropBox (a cloud service)?
Answer:- NO, you must know that a cloud storage service is as up-to-date as the last time you uploaded your files on it. However, with TreeVault Cloud service your Antenna tree is up to the minute. Moreover, this updates in real-time as you fix your FTM tree.
So now with the TreeVault Storage service, you can easily view your TreeVault Antenna tree using the free FTM Connect mobile app. You also need to know that the Antenna tree has the change log so do you know what this means; you can not only restore your tree but along with that you also get to do the rollback so that you can make corrections.
Q3. Are the two TreeVault Cloud Services and Antenna Tree made secure?
Answer:- Well just like Ancestry, TreeVault also uses Amazon Web Series (AWS) for cloud storage, which is one of the leading secure providers. Definitely, you would be extremely glad to know that your Family history data is simply private and protected as well with TreeVault and Antenna Tree.
FTM Connect App FAQs
Q1. Can I know who else gets to access my Antenna tree?
Answer:- You do not need to worry as only you can access your Antenna tree. Except in cases of any technical issues then we access it only with your approval. So if you want you can connect to TreeVault and just download an emergency copy of your Antenna tree.
Q2. Can I share the Antenna tree with others?
Answer:- No, the Antenna tree cannot be shared with anyone at present however; it could be in future updates. Nevertheless, you can show your Antenna tree to others as well in person while you use the FTM Connect app.
Further, if you like you can just go ahead and upload your tree to Ancestry and then share it as an alternative. Remember that Ancestry is separate from TreeVault Cloud Service.
Q3. Can you possibly upload multiple trees on TreeVault Cloud service?
Answer:- No, at present you can only upload one tree on TreeVault. Moreover, you will need to keep the updated working tree on TreeVault to be able to restore it using the ‘Emergency Tree Restore’ and FTM Connect app.
Conclusion
After going through the above instructions we hope that you are now able to manage TreeVault Cloud Service in FTM 2019 easily. In case you need any further help or you have some queries related you can feel free to get in touch with the most efficient technicians. You just need to contact the Family Tree Maker Support Number and our dedicated team will be available in no time to guide you accordingly with further appropriate solutions.