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I have FTM 2006 on my PC and like the program OH has asked me if i would like to upgrade it as part of my Xmas pressie and it does appeal BUT would I need the full new 2012 program or the upgrade edition that i have seen advertised.

I dont want to tell him to get the wrong one and waste his money

Would be grateful for any advice please

Can anyone help please :-D

Shirley,

Not sure whether the 2012 upgrade edition would upgrade the 2006 edition.

Suggestion, contact these people who advertise the 2012 upgrade ediition and ask them:

http://www.genealogysupplies.com/family-tree-maker-2012/upgrade/

Yes, you only need the upgrade program. Cost is around £19.95 with 1 month Ancestry essentials. The program will automatically convert your data from FTM 2006

All versions of FTM 2012 contain exactly the same software. The only difference in the various packages is the Ancestry sub that comes bundled with it.

Hello Shirley

I can only offer advice on my experience.

Earlier this year i purchased FTM 2011 version, and like you i had the 2006 version.

The 2011 i now have is a completely different programme to that of the 2006, until you mentioned the word "upgrade" i had never given it a thought, but i have just looked the installation CD that was sent and it does say 2011 upgrade,so you are probably thinking, is it just going to upgrade the 2006,as i would have done.If i had noticed it said upgrade i would probably asking the same question, it does seem confusing when they talk about upgrade


I still have the 2006 FTM on my computer,as it was last time i used it

Hope this helps

George

Thank you both . will tell hubby what to get.

i already have Ancestry subs so dont need any additional .

Sorry George i missed your reply was called away and didnt refresh before i posted.

Thanks for your advice too

If you shop at Tesco....

Shirley- you can get FTM 2012 here for £19 worth of Clubcard points and it includes 6 months of Ancestry Premium Membership. From memory when I moved from 2010 to 2011 they added the membership onto your current membership so you get another 6 months?

http://www.tesco.com/clubcard/deals/product.aspx?R=1656&bci=4294962131|Software


Family Tree Maker® 2012 Platinum Edition (for PC)

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With more than 100 enhancements to help you, Ancestry.co.uk™ Family Tree Maker® 2012 makes it easier than ever to discover your family story, preserve your legacy and share your unique heritage. Family Tree Maker Platinum Edition also includes a 6 month ‘ Premium Membership’ to Ancensty.co.uk™ for access to over 865 million historical records in England, Scotland & Wales.

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Regards
Mrs. Rootie

http://twrcomputing.co.uk/store/Family_Tree_Maker_2012.html

I get mine from these people as they are fairly local to me so I can collect.

The upgrade is in fact the full version, so even if you don't have an older version on your pc/laptop it will still work. If you think about it, it has to as if ever you need to reinstall for some reason you may not have the older cd's available any more

Thanks everyone i will take a look round and decide which one to tell hubby

:-D

I got mine from twr too. Good service.

Hi. The upgrade to 2012 does work with 2006, I have just put it on my machine. It takes a bit of getting used to but am getting there. I hope you enjoy using it.

:-)

Thanks Barbara ,think thats the one i will tell OH to get :-)

Rollo, I have never heard of "Gramps' so I took a quick look at your link. Any comments on how you find it?

Shirley, I have put FTM 2012 on my Christmas list. My Ancestry subscription has just run out so I'm looking forward to getting access again!!

Helen
I have ordered the upgrade version from twrcomputing in hubbies name and he paid for it . I know he will get me something else too as he likes Xmas pressies to be a surprise.

Well what good service. ordered 2 days ago and delivered today £19.95 postage FREE !!

Have put the company in my favourites list for future buys.

Thank-you, Shirley.