# ForeBranch

> ForeBranch has <10 active installs and 2 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** ForeBranch is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 7 hours ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Publish your family tree on WordPress from a GEDCOM file: people, families, surnames, sources, and places.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 33
- **Downloads (30 days):** 2 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.0.5
- **Last updated:** Oct 12, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.9+, PHP 8.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** jlcox1964 (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/jlcox1964/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/forebranch/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Ancestry](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ancestry/) | #3 | 3 |
| [family history](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/family-history/) | #6 | 10 |
| [family tree](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/family-tree/) | #8 | 11 |
| [GEDCOM](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gedcom/) | #4 | 6 |
| [genealogy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/genealogy/) | #19 | 19 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Ancestry | #5 | 9 |
| family history | #51 | 322 |
| family tree | #23 | 78 |
| GEDCOM | #7 | 15 |
| genealogy | #10 | 22 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Genealogical Tree – Family Tree & Ancestry for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/genealogical-tree/) | 600+ | 4.1/5 (16) | Sep 8, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 2 | [GeneaCanvas GEDCOM Family Tree](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/geneacanvas-gedcom-tree/) | <10 | — | Oct 3, 2026 | 59/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is ForeBranch free?
Yes. ForeBranch is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is ForeBranch safe to use in 2026?
ForeBranch is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 7 hours ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ForeBranch?
ForeBranch is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 33 times since it launched in October 2026. It was downloaded 2 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ForeBranch work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested ForeBranch up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.9 or newer.

### What PHP version does ForeBranch need?
ForeBranch requires PHP 8.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ForeBranch last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.5, was released on October 12, 2026 (7 hours ago).

### Who makes ForeBranch?
ForeBranch is developed and maintained by jlcox1964.

### What are the best alternatives to ForeBranch?
The most popular alternatives to ForeBranch are Genealogical Tree (600+ installs) and GeneaCanvas GEDCOM Family T… (<10 installs).


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