Help & Support
Your guide to Welsh genealogical research on Gwirachau
Getting Started
New to Gwirachau? Learn how to create your account, search for ancestors, and begin contributing to Welsh genealogy.
Source Integrity System
Understanding our anti-duplication protection and how it ensures one person, one record across all of Welsh genealogy.
Collaborative Research
Learn how to work with other researchers, resolve conflicts, and contribute to the consensus-driven Welsh genealogy database.
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions for account problems, search difficulties, and technical questions.
Getting Started with Gwirachau
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Create Your Account
Sign up with your email address and choose a username that represents you in the Welsh genealogy community. Your account gives you access to contribute and collaborate on family research.
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Search for Your Welsh Ancestors
Use our search function to look for Welsh surnames, locations, or tribal connections. Our database includes the 186 Patriarchs from Bartrum's research and thousands of connected individuals.
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Explore Tribal Connections
Discover which Welsh tribe (llwyth) your family connects to. Each profile shows tribal affiliations and patrilineal descent from the ancient Welsh kingdoms.
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Contribute Your Research
Add sources, correct information, and help build the most comprehensive Welsh genealogy database. Every contribution helps preserve Welsh heritage for future generations.
Source Integrity & Anti-Duplication Protection
What is Source Integrity Protection?
Our unique system ensures that each role in a historical source (child, parent, witness, party, etc.) can only be linked to one person profile. This prevents the common genealogy mistake where the same record gets attributed to multiple people.
Why can't I link this source to my ancestor?
If a source role is already claimed by another profile, it means someone has already linked that specific role to a different person. You can view the existing connection and discuss with the community if you believe there's an error.
How do I resolve source conflicts?
When you believe a source is incorrectly attributed, start a community discussion. Present your evidence, and work with other researchers to reach consensus on the correct attribution.
Can one person have multiple sources?
Absolutely! While each source role can only be claimed once, individuals can accumulate evidence from many sources throughout their lives: birth records, marriage certificates, children's baptisms, property deeds, wills, and more.
Collaborative Research
How does consensus-driven genealogy work?
When researchers disagree about connections or evidence, we encourage respectful discussion. Present your sources, examine others' evidence, and work together to determine the most likely truth based on available documentation.
What if I disagree with other researchers?
Disagreement is normal in genealogy! Focus on the evidence, not personal preferences. Share your sources clearly, ask questions about others' research, and remain open to changing your mind when presented with stronger evidence.
How do I add sources properly?
Always include complete citation information: document type, date, location, archive reference, and page numbers. Describe exactly how the person is mentioned in the source and your confidence level in the connection.
What about living relatives?
Information about living individuals (born within 100 years or without recorded death dates) is restricted to protect privacy. Only add living people with their explicit consent.
Frequently Asked Questions
I can't find my Welsh ancestor in the database
Our database is continuously growing. If your ancestor isn't listed yet, you can add them! Make sure to include proper sources and documentation. Focus on connecting to existing Welsh tribal lines where possible.
How do I reset my password?
Use the "Forgot Password" link on the login page. Enter your email address, and we'll send you instructions to create a new password. If you don't receive the email, check your spam folder.
Why is my edit not showing up?
Some changes may require community review, especially those affecting well-established genealogical connections. Your contribution is saved and will be reviewed by other researchers.
Can I download my family tree?
Yes! You can export your research in standard genealogy formats (GEDCOM). This allows you to use the data in other genealogy software while maintaining your connection to the Gwirachau community.
How do I report inappropriate content?
Use the "Report" button on any profile or discussion, or contact our support team directly. We take community standards seriously and will investigate all reports promptly.
What makes Gwirachau different from other genealogy sites?
We focus exclusively on Welsh genealogy with collaborative, consensus-driven research. Our Source Integrity system prevents duplicate records, and we emphasize tribal connections and cultural heritage over individual family trees.
Contact Support
Can't find what you're looking for? Our support team is here to help with your Welsh genealogy research.