By Li Dali, Ph.D.

Wondering how to download raw DNA data from 23andMe? You can easily access your genetic data file directly from your account.

To download your 23andMe raw data, log in to your account, go to the settings or tools section, and look for the option to download your raw DNA data. You may need to confirm your password or email before the file is generated.

The downloaded file usually comes in a text format (TSV) and contains your genetic markers, including RSIDs, chromosome positions, and genotype information.

Once you have your raw DNA file, you can use it on other platforms for genealogy research or convert it into other formats.

➡️ Convert your 23andMe DNA file

Converting your file allows you to upload it to other services such as MyHeritage or AncestryDNA and get additional insights from your data.