Ancestry, founded in 1983 and headquartered in the US, is a privately owned genealogy company. It operates a network of genealogical, historical records, and related genetic genealogy websites. With a workforce of approximately 1,730 employees, Ancestry provides users with access to a vast collection of historical records, including census data, birth, marriage, and death certificates, military records, and immigration documents. The company also offers DNA testing services to help individuals trace their genetic heritage and connect with relatives.