My Gene Story Editorial
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My Gene Story editorial team
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A one-off $24.99 written DNA Story, compared with Genomelink's free traits and a paid Unlimited Traits plan (price shown after sign-in). Same kind of raw file. The traits article says the free plan includes up to 100 traits and Unlimited gives up to 500 traits.
A written report and a trait dashboard
Genomelink and My Gene Story can both read a raw DNA file from a test you already took. Genomelink lists traits one by one. A DNA Story is one written report, paid once.
The free signup page says a 23andMe, Ancestry, or MyHeritage file needs no card, that results appear within the hour, and that the upload includes a free ancestry summary. The traits article says Genomelink offers up to 100 traits for free, and that Unlimited gives up to 500 traits. Unlimited is a paid Unlimited Traits plan (price shown after sign-in, plan article).
Genealogy is separate. The plan article puts DNA Match, the YourRoots map, and AI tools on Plus and Pro. That article does not list a Plus or Pro price, so this page does not quote one.
A DNA Story is $24.99 once, on everyday traits such as nutrition and fitness. It does not add a genealogy plan.
Genomelink vs My Gene Story at a glance
Prices and policies as stated on each company's own site, checked 24 Oct 2026.
Genomelink
- Price model
- No card to upload. Free: up to 100 traits, plus a free ancestry summary. Paid Unlimited Traits plan; price shown after sign-in (plan article). Unlimited gives up to 500 traits. The plan article does not list a Plus or Pro price. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- What you get
- A dashboard of individual traits, a free ancestry summary, and trait comparisons. Genealogy (DNA Match, YourRoots, AI tools) is on Plus and Pro. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- Format
- Trait-by-trait dashboard. Free signup. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- Files accepted
- Ancestry, 23andMe, or MyHeritage. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- Time to result
- Results "within the hour." Free signup page. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- How long the raw file is kept
- Kept "as long as necessary" for the purposes it was collected. Privacy policy. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- Deletion
- “When you submit a deletion request, we will delete your account and Personal Information from our systems within 30 days.” Privacy policy. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- Sells/shares genetic data?
- Genomelink says it will not use or sell DNA data without explicit opt-in consent (free signup). The privacy policy says the Othram opt-in "may be considered a 'sale'." Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- New kit needed?
- No, for a 23andMe, Ancestry, or MyHeritage upload. Free signup. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
My Gene Story
- Price model
- $24.99 once, for one written DNA Story. No subscription.
- What you get
- One written DNA Story on 350+ everyday traits, including nutrition, fitness, sleep, skin, and personality. A short summary and a detailed report.
- Format
- One plain-English narrative.
- Files accepted
- 23andMe .txt, AncestryDNA .txt, MyHeritage .csv, FamilyTreeDNA .csv, and LivingDNA .txt. A .tsv file is OK. Zipped or unzipped. See the file check.
- Time to result
- Emailed to you as a written report. Full refund if the file can't be read.
- How long the raw file is kept
- We keep your DNA file so you can unlock more reports without uploading again.
- Deletion
- Email ask@mygenestory.com anytime and we'll delete it within 30 days of your request.
- Sells/shares genetic data?
- We never sell your DNA data.
- New kit needed?
- No. It reads the raw file you already have.
Checked 24 Oct 2026.
What's in a DNA Story
The sample below is from a DNA Story nutrition section. It is an illustration, not your file. A full story is a shorter personalized read of everyday traits such as nutrition and fitness. Genes are one input, alongside sleep, food, and activity.
Your genotype gives you an average response to protein, your body processes it in a typical manner. With increased protein intake, you may see a typical benefit in maintaining lost body weight.
Protein is an essential macronutrient required by the body for growth and maintenance. It acts as a building block for all the cells in the body and can also serve as a fuel source. …
When Genomelink is the better fit
Genomelink suits someone who wants a trait dashboard, a free ancestry summary, and comparisons with other people.
It also suits family research. Genealogy sits on Plus and Pro, not in the trait dashboard. A DNA Story does not include DNA Match or a relative list.
A long trait list and ancestry tools fit Genomelink. One written explanation of everyday traits, paid once, fits a DNA Story. A DNA Story does not do methylation or MTHFR reports or relative matching.
How long each service keeps the file
Genomelink's privacy policy says it keeps personal information "as long as necessary" for the purposes it was collected. “When you submit a deletion request, we will delete your account and Personal Information from our systems within 30 days.” Privacy policy. Terms §9.4.5 says: “You may request deletion of your DNA data at any time by submitting a request at https://privacy.genomelink.io/privacy-request. Upon deletion: (a) your genotype data will be deleted from our systems; (b) your ethnicity estimates will be removed; (c) you will be removed from all match lists; (d) your match history will be deleted.” The free signup page says Genomelink will not use or sell DNA data without explicit opt-in consent. The privacy policy says the Othram law-enforcement opt-in may be considered a "sale."
We keep your DNA file so you can unlock more reports without uploading again. Email ask@mygenestory.com anytime and we'll delete it within 30 days of your request. We never sell your DNA data. How long other services keep a file is on where it is safe to upload your raw DNA.
Other Genomelink alternatives
Download steps: how to download your 23andMe file. Wider context: what to do with your 23andMe raw data.
- Promethease alternative. $25 per report, for a SNPedia literature list. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- Genetic Genie alternative. Free methylation and detox panels (Genetic Genie). A DNA Story does not include them. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
- GEDmatch vs a DNA Story. Relative matching. Tier 1 is $15/month or $150/year for new subscribers since 1 September 2026 (GEDmatch post). A DNA Story does not match relatives.
FAQ
Is Genomelink free?
Yes, for the upload. The free signup page says a 23andMe, Ancestry, or MyHeritage file needs no card, and that results appear within the hour, with a free ancestry summary. The free plan includes up to 100 traits. Unlimited is a paid Unlimited Traits plan; Genomelink shows the price after sign-in (plan article), and its traits article says it gives up to 500 traits. Genealogy is on Plus and Pro. Plus and Pro prices are not listed on that article. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
Is a paid trait dashboard worth it if I want one readable report?
It depends on the job. A paid Unlimited Traits plan is a dashboard of individual traits you can browse and compare. A DNA Story is one written report for $24.99, once, in plain English, from the file you already have. A long list and ancestry tools fit Genomelink. One readable explanation of everyday traits fits the DNA Story. Checked 24 Oct 2026.
Can I use the same 23andMe or AncestryDNA file?
Yes. Both services read a raw file you already downloaded. A DNA Story does not ask you to buy a new kit. Genomelink's signup page names Ancestry, 23andMe, and MyHeritage. A DNA Story also accepts FamilyTreeDNA .csv, LivingDNA .txt, and .tsv. For every click inside 23andMe, use how to download your 23andMe file. AncestryDNA has its own download guide.
Can I use Genomelink and My Gene Story together?
Yes. They read the same file for different purposes. Genomelink is a dashboard of traits, with an ancestry summary and, on Plus or Pro, genealogy tools such as DNA Match. My Gene Story writes one plain-English DNA Story about everyday traits such as nutrition and fitness. Using one does not block the other. Pick the read that matches the question you actually have.
Will a DNA Story tell me about a medical condition?
No. A DNA Story is educational, wellness reading of a consumer DNA file you already have. It is not a clinical test, does not diagnose any condition, and is not medical advice. If a result raises a medical question, talk with a clinician or a genetic counselor. MedlinePlus explains how a consumer genetic test differs from care in a clinic.
What else does My Gene Story offer?
Gut microbiome testing and a whole-genome report are on waitlists, and they are not on sale. You can join the gut waitlist or the whole-genome waitlist. Joining does not charge you today, and neither list shows a price or a date. Optional topic reports can sit beside a DNA Story later. They are not required to get the story.
Ready for one written report?
A DNA Story is emailed to you as a written report. The price is $24.99 once. Read a second opinion on your DNA test results.
My Gene Story reports are for informational and educational purposes. They are not medical advice and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.