Why should I merge my DNA raw data files?
Some of you have tried multiple ancestry genetic tests to get the most accurate picture of your ancestry. Now that you want more health information from your DNA raw data you are unable to figure out which one works best.
This merger tool will remove those doubts. Simply upload the DNA raw data files that you have from different service providers. 15-20 minutes later a merged raw data file with more number of genetic markers will be sent to your registered email address. You can download that file and use it on third party DNA upload sites.
Please upload only files in the formats mentioned above. If unsupported files are uploaded you may get back inaccurate results.
Some differences between AncestryDNA raw data and 23andme raw data are given below:
| Attribute | Ancestry DNA Raw Data | 23andMe Raw Data (v5) |
|---|---|---|
| Microarray chip | Illumina’ OmniExpress Chip | Illumina’s Global Screening Array |
| No. of genetic markers | ~700,000 | ~650,000 |
| Time taken to receive raw data file | 1- 24 hours | 1 hour |
| Format | txt | txt |
| Columns | rsID, chromosome number, chromosome position, allele 1 and allele 2 | rsID, chromosome number, chromosome position, genotype |
Steps to merge multiple DNA raw data files
- Enter a valid email address.
- Upload the DNA raw data files that you want merged from different service providers
- Please note that the maximum file size is 30 MB
- Wait for about 15-20 min.
- The merged raw data file will be sent to your registered email address.
Please leave your feedback in the comment section below so that we can keep improving this tool!
Worried about Privacy?
- Your raw data file is deleted automatically within 48 hours
- So make sure that you download your file within that time!
Did you find this tool useful? Drop your comments below!
Some helpful links:
- How to download your 23andme raw data
- How to download your Ancestry DNA raw data
- How to download your Family Tree DNA raw data
- How to login to your Ancestry DNA account
- Analyze DNA Raw Data: 7 Raw Data Analysis Reports
Have you tried our Interformat Raw Data Conversion tool yet?
Mikael
Does this work with 23andme + MyHeritagedna?
James Watson
Hi Mikael. Thank you for stopping by. Yes you can use this tool for merging MyHeritage DNA and 23andMe raw data.
Runo Remut
What ancestry services would accept this custom made raw data?
James Watson
Hi Runo! Since this is a novel tool it is at the moment compatible with our website alone. We are still in the process of testing it with other websites. We will update our findings as and when we do.
JENEAL MILLER
I just downloaded a new file my raw DNA from ancestry I hope all goes well. Thanks Jeneal
Marcia J Mason
Dr. Watson,
My raw data comes from Living DNA from the UK which no one seems to support. I hope the info is usable? Please let me know any discrepancy.
James Watson
Hi Marcia. You can upload your Living DNA raw data to this site to get a health report for $10.
Sarah
How do I convert a zip file to text? Both my raw dna files are zips, and your site won’t allow it.
James Watson
Hi Sarah. You can try unzipping your file and then upload it.
Matt
What does your tool do in the case where the data from one testing company conflicts with the results of another testing company?
James Watson
Priority is given to 23andme calls if one of the files you are trying to merge with is in 23andme data format. If you are trying to merge FTDNA and Ancestry DNA, then priority is given to FTDNA.
Herman
Creating this tool was a great initiative, very well! Unfortunately, I could not use it because I tested with FTDNA and Living DNA. I hope one day the data from Living DNA will be supported.
James Watson
We are working towards including other formats as well. Please re-visit this page for further updates.
Mike
Failed to merge my 23andMe v4 and 23andMe v5 data.
James Watson
Hi Mike. Thank you for stopping by. We will soon release a tool that converts raw data files between the various 23andMe formats. Watch this space for the announcement.
Jo Lynn Alvarez
Can I submit a merged file to Gedmatch.com?
James Watson
Hello Jo! Yes you can submit a merged file to GEDMatch.
Dimitris
Hi, can I upload a merged file to strategene and promethease”
James Watson
Hello Dimitris! Thank you for stopping by. You can try uploading to those sites and give us your feedback.
Steven James Coker
Can we upload data in zip format?
James Watson
Hello Steven! Yes this tool accepts the raw data file in zip format.
Mehalai
I am primarily interested in participating in the SAGE South Asian Genome project to receive an Xcode Origin Ancestry report to discover more about my Indian ancestry. Is it possible to merge my raw data files from both AncestryDNA + 23andMe and submit this for the SAGE project? Will a merged raw data file result in a more accurate Xcode Origin Ancestry report or is merged data mainly beneficial for more accurate health reports?