Citation generator for every style

Create formatted citations for books, journal articles, websites and PDFs in APA, MLA, Chicago and Harvard

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  • Fill in the source, get a formatted citation

  • Correct ordering, punctuation and italics for each style
  • Cite websites, books, journals, videos and reports
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What is a citation generator?
A citation generator formats the details of a source, such as author, title, date and publisher, into a reference that follows a specific style guide.
Which citation styles can I use?
You can generate citations in APA, MLA, Chicago and Harvard styles, including in-text citations and reference list entries.
Do I still need to check my citations?
Yes. Source details can be incomplete or formatted differently by publishers, so always double-check each citation against your style guide before submitting.
What sources can I cite?
Books, journal articles, websites, news stories, reports, PDFs and videos. Adding a DOI, ISBN or URL helps fill in details automatically.
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