Arrays of NiFe2O4 nanowires were prepared by using porous anodic al uminum oxide(AAO) membrane as the template. For the preparation of the ferrite n anowires, Ni_Fe alloy nanowires were electrodeposited into the pores of the AAO membranes. The atomic ratio is about Ni∶Fe=1∶2 which can be detected by engerg y dispersive spectroscopy. X-ray diffraction study showed the pure phase of NiFe 2O4 after anodization. SEM and TEM studies showed the diameters of t he pores and the nanowires are all about 70nm. The vibrating sample magnetometer studies of the nanowire arrays showed the anisotropic magnetic properties befor e and after anodization. Coercivity and squareness ratio have been improved appa rently in the NiFe2O4 nanowires arrays.