How Do I find my new mtDNA Matches?

The default order of your mtDNA matches is the highest Match Level you have tested to. Each match level is listed in order of Genetic Distance to you. Your closest matches will always appear at the top of each match level, regardless of the match date.

On the mtDNA Matches page you can sort by the match date or filter your matches by date range.

IMPORTANT: The Match Level of your new match is listed in your email notification.

Match Levels

mtDNA Matches are divided into three levels: Hypervariable Region 1 (HVR1), Hypervariable Region 2 (HVR2), and the Coding Region . When you visit your matches page, the highest match level you have is displayed by default regardless of whether there are any matches. Make sure to navigate to the correct match level to view the match.

You can learn about match levels and how to switch between them here. 

Sort By Match Date

To arrange your matches from newest to oldest, or oldest to newest:

1. Sort By - Click this button to open the Sort By options.
2. Most Recent Matches - Click this option to arrange your matches from newest to oldest. Repeat this process to reverse the order. 
3. Match Date - Lists the match date for each match.

Filter By Match Date

To narrow your matches to a specific date range:

1. Filter - Click this button to open the filter options.
2. Match Dates - Enter the starting date, or date range of the matches.
3. Apply - Click this button to apply the Match Date filter to your matches.