Citation Generator
Create perfectly formatted citations in seconds
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How to Use This Citation Generator
Select Citation Format
Choose from APA, MLA, Chicago, or Harvard citation styles based on your requirements.
Choose Source Type
Select the type of source you're citing (book, journal article, website, etc.).
Enter Source Details
Fill in the required information about your source.
Generate & Copy
Click "Generate Citation" and copy the properly formatted citation to your clipboard.
Why Proper Citations Matter
Accurate citations are essential for academic integrity and avoiding plagiarism. They acknowledge the original authors of ideas, theories, and research that you've incorporated into your work. Using a citation generator helps ensure your references are formatted correctly according to the specific style guide requirements.
Benefits of Using Our Citation Generator
- Save time with instant, properly formatted citations
- Avoid common citation errors that can affect your grades
- Support academic integrity in your research papers
- Easily switch between different citation styles
- Generate citations for various source types including books, journals, websites, and more
Understanding Citation Styles
Different academic disciplines prefer specific citation styles. APA (American Psychological Association) is commonly used in social sciences, MLA (Modern Language Association) in humanities, Chicago style in history and some humanities fields, and Harvard style is popular in universities across the UK and Australia.
Each citation style has unique formatting requirements for in-text citations and reference lists. Our citation generator automatically applies these rules to create perfectly formatted citations every time.