Citation Generator
Generate accurate citations for your research papers in APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and more. Automatically extract metadata from websites, DOIs, and ISBNs.
Choose Your Citation Style
Why Use Our Citation Generator?
Auto-Metadata Extraction
Automatically fetch metadata from websites, DOIs, and ISBNs
Multiple Source Types
Support for websites, books, journals, and videos
Accurate Formatting
Citations formatted according to official style guide specifications
Easy Copy & Paste
One-click copying for both in-text and reference citations
Completely Free
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Fast & Reliable
Generate citations in seconds with reliable metadata sources
How It Works
Select Your Citation Style
Choose from APA 6, APA 7, MLA 8, MLA 9, Chicago, Harvard, or AMA.
Choose Your Source Type
Select from website, book, journal article, or video.
Enter Your Source Information
Paste a URL, DOI, or ISBN for automatic metadata extraction, or enter details manually.
Generate & Copy
Get both in-text citation and full reference list entry. Copy with one click!
Citation Style Comparison
| Style | Common In | In-Text Format | Reference Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| APA 7 | Social Sciences, Psychology, Education | (Author, Year) | Author. (Year). Title. URL |
| APA 6 | Older academic papers | (Author, Year) | Author. (Year). Title. Retrieved from URL |
| MLA 9 | Humanities, Literature, Arts | (Author Page#) | Author. "Title." Container, Date, URL. |
| Chicago | History, Humanities | (Author Year, Page) | Author. Year. "Title." Journal Vol (Issue): Pages. |
| Harvard | UK Universities, Business | (Author Year) | Author (Year) Title. Publisher. |
| AMA | Medicine, Health Sciences | Superscript numbers | Author AA. Title. Journal. Year;vol(issue):pages. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which citation style should I use?
The citation style depends on your field and institution. APA is common in social sciences, MLA in humanities, Chicago in history, and AMA in medicine. Always check your assignment guidelines or ask your instructor.
Is this citation generator free?
Yes! Our citation generator is completely free with no registration required. Generate unlimited citations for all your academic papers.
Can I cite websites automatically?
Yes! Simply paste the URL and our tool will automatically extract the title, author, publication date, and other metadata. Works with most websites, DOIs, and ISBNs.
What's the difference between APA 6 and APA 7?
APA 7 (published 2020) is the current edition with simplified rules. Main differences: APA 7 uses direct URLs without "Retrieved from", uses https://doi.org/ format, and lists up to 20 authors. Use APA 7 unless your institution specifically requires APA 6.
Do I need both in-text and reference citations?
Yes! In-text citations go in the body of your paper when you quote or paraphrase. Reference list entries go at the end of your paper in alphabetical order. Both are required for proper citation.
Can I cite books, journals, and videos?
Absolutely! Our citation generator supports websites, books, journal articles, and videos. Select your source type for the correct format.