Gramps Portable

PortableApps.com Team,Nick Wallingford ❘ Open Source

Gramps Portable: Genealogy Made Easy on the Go

Pete Milner

03/26/2025

Gramps Portable offers a powerful and flexible platform for genealogical research, allowing users to trace their ancestry with ease while maintaining portability.

Gramps Portable is a genealogy software that allows users to create, edit, and organize family trees. It is designed to be portable and can be run from a USB drive or other portable storage device.

The software is free and open source, and is developed by the PortableApps.com Team and Nick Wallingford. It can be used on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux, and can import data from other genealogy software.

Gramps Portable offers a wide range of features, including the ability to add photos and documents to individual profiles, visualize family relationships using interactive charts, and search for individuals by name or other criteria.

Users can create custom reports, including charts, tables or lists of individuals or events.
Gramps Portable includes tools for editing and merging data, as well as options for exporting data in a variety of formats, including PDF and HTML.
The software also offers internationalization support with translations available in over 40 languages.

Gramps Portable is a powerful genealogy tool that offers both beginners and advanced users the ability to create and manage detailed family trees easily. Its portability makes it practical for those who need to work on their family history on-the-go.

Overview

Gramps Portable is a Open Source software in the category Home & Hobby developed by PortableApps.com Team,Nick Wallingford.

The latest version of Gramps Portable is currently unknown. It was initially added to our database on 01/19/2017.

Gramps Portable runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

Gramps Portable has not been rated by our users yet.

Pros

Portable version allows for use on multiple devices without installation
User-friendly interface suitable for both beginners and advanced users
Supports a wide variety of genealogy data and formats
Strong community support and free updates
Flexible customization options for family trees and data
Cross-platform compatibility as it can run on various operating systems when using PortableApps framework

Cons

Limited features compared to more comprehensive genealogy software
Some users may find the interface outdated or less modern
Portable version may lead to data saving issues if not managed properly
Lack of built-in cloud support for automatic backups
Performance can vary depending on the storage device used (USB, etc.)
Requires some technical knowledge to effectively utilize all features

FAQ

Is Gramps Portable free to use?

Yes, Gramps Portable is free to use.

What is Gramps Portable?

Gramps Portable is a free and open source genealogy software that can be run directly from a USB flash drive or other portable device.

Can I run Gramps Portable on any computer?

Yes, you can run Gramps Portable on any Windows computer without needing to install it.

Does Gramps Portable store my family tree data on the portable device?

Yes, Gramps Portable can store your family tree data on the portable device for easy access and portability.

Can I use plugins with Gramps Portable?

Yes, you can use plugins with Gramps Portable to extend its functionality.

Is Gramps Portable data compatible with the desktop version of Gramps?

Yes, Gramps Portable data is compatible with the desktop version of Gramps, allowing you to seamlessly work across different devices.

Pete Milner

I'm Pete, a software reviewer at UpdateStar with a passion for the ever-evolving world of technology. My background in engineering gives me a unique insight into the intricacies of software, allowing me to provide in-depth, knowledgeable reviews and analyses. Whether it's the newest software releases, tech innovations, or the latest trends, I'm here to break it all down for you. I work from UpdateStar’s Berlin main office.

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