📚Citation Generator

Generate citations in APA, MLA, Chicago, and Harvard formats.

Author (Last, First)

Title

Year

Publisher / Journal

URL (if online)

About Citation Generator

Generate properly formatted citations for books, journal articles, websites, and other sources in APA, MLA, Chicago, and Harvard styles. The citation generator saves time, reduces formatting errors, and helps students and researchers build accurate bibliographies and reference lists for any academic work.

How to Use Citation Generator

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Step 1
Select the citation style required by your institution or assignment.
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Step 2
Choose the source type (book, website, journal article, etc.) and fill in the required fields.
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Step 3
Copy the formatted citation and add it to your bibliography or reference list.

Common Use Cases

Building reference lists for academic papers and dissertations
Generating in-text citations and full bibliography entries simultaneously
Switching the same source between citation formats for different assignments
Creating properly formatted citations for research reports and literature reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

Which citation formats does the generator support?

The generator supports APA 7th edition, MLA 9th edition, Chicago (author-date and notes-bibliography), and Harvard referencing styles.

Can I cite websites and online articles?

Yes. The generator handles books, journal articles, websites, newspapers, podcasts, and other common source types with the appropriate fields for each format.

How accurate are the generated citations?

The generator follows official style guide rules. Always double-check output against your institution's requirements, as style guides update periodically.