Core workflow
Public sharing
Public tree links let a family share a read-only version of a tree while controlling what visitors can see.
Create a share link
- Open the Tree page.
- Choose the tree visibility or sharing control.
- Review the public settings before copying the link.
- Open the link in a private browser window to verify what visitors see.
Privacy settings
Public shares can hide sensitive details such as profile images, living-person dates, external partner identities, and external partner branches. The safest default is to reveal only the details the family has agreed to publish.
Public viewer layout
The public page supports the same horizontal and vertical tree views as the dashboard, but editing controls are removed. Visitors can reset the tree view, zoom, move around, and open member details if the share settings allow those details.
Recommendations
If recommendations are enabled, visitors can submit suggested corrections or additions. Treat recommendations as review items, not automatic edits. A family manager should confirm the information before it becomes part of the family record.
Revoking access
If a link was shared too widely or the privacy settings need to change, disable or regenerate the public share. After changing settings, test the public URL again.