Citation Generator

Create perfect citations in APA, MLA, Chicago, and Harvard styles.

Save time on bibliographies and reference lists. Perfect for students, researchers, and academics.

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About Citations

Why Proper Citations Matter

Academic integrity is the foundation of scholarly work. Proper citations acknowledge the work of others, avoid plagiarism, demonstrate your research breadth, and allow readers to verify your sources. Different disciplines use various citation styles, each with specific formatting rules.

Citation Style Comparison

Style Used In In-Text Citation
APA Social sciences, education, psychology (Author, Year)
MLA Literature, arts, humanities (Author Page#)
Chicago History, arts, humanities, some sciences Footnotes or (Author Year)
Harvard Education, business, some sciences (Author, Year)

Tips for Accurate Citations

  • Collect all source information while researching, not after
  • Include DOIs or permanent URLs when available
  • Verify authors' names are spelled correctly
  • Check your style guide for the most current rules
  • Be consistent with formatting throughout your bibliography

How to Use This Tool

  1. Select your desired citation style (APA, MLA, etc.)
  2. Choose the type of source you're citing
  3. Fill in all required information fields
  4. Click "Generate Citation" to create your citation
  5. Copy or add to your bibliography list
  6. Export your complete bibliography when finished