Quick Tip – Repeat Searches Periodically

If you search a database and don’t find the record you’re looking for, try again later. Many databases get periodic updates or corrections, so a record that cannot be found today may be added tomorrow.

For example, the people database at Archieven.nl often has new records as a result of indexing projects or because new archives decide to host their digital records there.

Children searching for chestnuts. Credits: Unknown photographer, collection Nationaal Archief (CC-0)

About Yvette Hoitink

Yvette Hoitink, CG®, QG™ is a professional genealogist in the Netherlands. She holds the Certified Genealogist credential from the Board for Certification of Genealogists and has a post-graduate diploma in Family and Local History from the University of Dundee. She has been doing genealogy for over 30 years and helps people from across the world find their ancestors in the Netherlands. Read about Yvette's professional genealogy services.

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