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It won't let me use a word in My own words.

Coming soon

Coming soon: only the "My own words" boxes are checked – the relationship words you write yourself, like Father, Step or In-law. Names are never checked or blocked: family trees hold real people, and real names always stand. Some words can't be used in those boxes, and you'll see "That word can't be used here – try another." If you think your word is perfectly innocent, press Think it's fine? Tell us under the message – the word, your email and where you were are all filled in for you – and we'll take a look and unblock it if it's fine. For example, say you're describing how Grandad George is linked to his oldest friend and a harmless word gets stopped – tell us, and we'll sort it. Our Terms say more.

Still stuck? Talk to a real person: send us a message, or email support@mywholefamilytree.com