Citation Generator
Generate accurate citations in APA 7th, MLA 9th, Chicago, Harvard, and IEEE formats. Supports websites, books, journal articles, and videos. Build a full bibliography instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What citation formats does this tool support?
This tool supports five major citation formats: APA 7th Edition, MLA 9th Edition, Chicago Manual of Style, Harvard referencing, and IEEE style. These cover the vast majority of academic and professional citation requirements.
What types of sources can I cite?
You can generate citations for websites, books, journal articles, and videos. Each source type has a tailored form with the specific fields needed for that format, including optional fields like DOI, ISBN, edition, and city of publication.
Is this citation generator free to use?
Yes, this citation generator is completely free with no signup required. You can generate unlimited citations, build bibliographies, and copy everything to your clipboard at no cost.
How do I create a bibliography with multiple citations?
After generating a citation, click the 'Add to Bibliography' button to add it to your running list. You can add citations from different source types and switch between formats. When your bibliography is complete, use 'Copy All' to copy the entire list.
What is the difference between APA and MLA citation formats?
APA (American Psychological Association) is commonly used in social sciences and emphasizes the date of publication — using the format Author (Year). MLA (Modern Language Association) is common in humanities and literature — using the format Author Last, First. Each style has different rules for punctuation, italicization, and ordering of elements.