Find your
Convict Ancestors.
Convict Records helps Australians explore, preserve, and connect with their convict ancestors’ stories.
Search the convicts that were transported to Australia.
Discover the stories of convicts transported to Australia from 1787 to 1867.
We have data from the British Convict Transportation Register, courtesy of the State Library of Queensland.
Currently, with the contributions of our community, we have details on 155,969 out of an estimated 160,000 convicts.
Explore convicts, ships, and voyages.
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As a supporter, you’ll be able to keep Australia’s convict history alive for future generations. Your supporter badge shows you’re helping preserve Australia’s history.
Also you can enjoy exclusive benefits, including:
Upload Your Own Photos and Documents
Preserve your heritage for researchers and kin. You can upload and attach images to individual convicts, bringing their stories to life.
Connect Directly with Other Members
Share stories, ask questions, and uncover hidden connections within your family tree to enrich your research. Click 'Message User' on the profile page of a selected member via the Members tab.
Export Your Research to Excel
Easily export your research and share it with family or use it for further research. Download the complete convict list from any voyage in Excel format (.csv) via the voyage page.
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