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Citation Generator
6 styles · website & book
AUTHOR(S)
TITLE
SITE / PUBLISHER
YEAR
URL
ACCESSED
 
CITATION
LIVE
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FAQ

Citation questions

Which citation styles are supported?
APA (7th), MLA (9th), Chicago (notes-bibliography), Harvard, IEEE and Vancouver. Switch between them with one click — your entered details carry across all six.
How do I enter multiple authors?
Separate each author with a semicolon, in "Last, First" form — e.g. "Smith, John; Doe, Jane". The generator formats the joining ("&", "and", "et al.") to match the chosen style.
Do I need the access date?
For web sources, MLA and Harvard recommend an access date; APA generally doesn't require one for stable pages. Leave it blank if not needed — the generator adapts.
Is it accurate?
It follows the core formatting rules for each style and is accurate for standard website and book references. For unusual source types or a specific edition, always verify against your style guide.
Is it really free?
Yes — unlimited citations, no signup, free forever.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, the form and output stack neatly on phones.