Citation Generator
Create properly formatted citations in APA, MLA, Chicago, and Harvard styles
What is Citation Generator
This citation generator creates properly formatted academic citations in APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and other styles. Generate in-text citations and full bibliography entries for books, articles, websites, and all source types.
How to Use Citation Generator
Follow these simple steps to use the citation generator:
1. Enter your source information (author, title, date, etc
Enter your source information (author, title, date, etc.)
2. Select citation style (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc
Select citation style (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.)
3. Choose source type (book, article, website, etc
Choose source type (book, article, website, etc.)
4. Generate properly formatted citation
Generate properly formatted citation
5. Copy to your bibliography or works cited
Copy to your bibliography or works cited
Examples of Content Generated by Citation Generator
Here are some examples of what you can create with our tool:
APA citation for academic journal article
MLA citation for website with author
Chicago citation for book
Harvard citation for newspaper article
Frequently Asked Questions
What citation styles are supported?
Supports APA 7, MLA 9, Chicago, Harvard, IEEE, Vancouver, and other major academic citation styles. Proper citations follow strict formatting rules — ensure every reference meets APA standards with our APA Reference Generator.
What source types can it cite?
Generates citations for books, journal articles, websites, newspapers, videos, interviews, reports, and more.
Does it create in-text citations?
Yes, provides both in-text citations and full bibliography/reference list entries.
Is the formatting accurate?
Yes, follows official style guide rules including punctuation, capitalization, and formatting.
Can I cite online sources?
Yes, properly formats URLs, access dates, and online-specific citation elements.