Frequently Asked Questions
Who can register for a Family Account?
Any descendant of our documented progenitor, Sebastian Klontz, who lived in the early 1700s in the village of Karlshausen, Germany, is welcome to request an account. To protect the integrity of the archive, you will need to verify your lineage during the signup process. Please see our Family Accounts & Privacy Policy page for specific details on verification rules.
What does an account cost?
Registering for a Family Account is completely free. While maintaining this digital archive and web hosting does incur ongoing expenses, these costs are currently fully absorbed by the website administrator. If you wish to make a voluntary donation to support keeping this platform online and preserving our shared family history, please reach out directly via our Contact Form.