Free Citation Generator
Generate accurate academic citations instantly in APA, MLA, Chicago, and Harvard styles. Perfect for dissertations, theses, and research papers.
Create Your Citation
Fill in the details below to generate your reference
Separate multiple authors with commas
Why Use Our Citation Generator?
6 Source Types
Generate citations for books, journals, websites, newspapers, videos, and theses/dissertations.
4 Major Styles
Full support for APA 7th Edition, MLA 9th Edition, Chicago/Turabian, and Harvard referencing.
Instant & Accurate
Citations generated in seconds following the latest style guide specifications.
Author Formatting
Automatic handling of multiple authors, initials, and 'et al.' abbreviations.
One-Click Copy
Copy formatted citations directly to your clipboard ready for your bibliography.
Always Free
No sign-up, no limits. Use our citation generator as many times as you need.
How to Use the Citation Generator
Select Your Source Type
Choose from book, journal article, website, newspaper, video, or thesis/dissertation.
Choose Citation Style
Pick your required format: APA 7th, MLA 9th, Chicago, or Harvard.
Enter Source Details
Fill in the author(s), title, year, and other relevant information.
Generate & Copy
Click generate to create your citation, then copy it to your paper.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use the free citation generator?
Simply select your source type (book, journal, website, etc.), choose your preferred citation style (APA, MLA, Chicago, or Harvard), fill in the source details, and click Generate. Your formatted citation will appear instantly, ready to copy.
What citation styles does this tool support?
Our citation generator supports APA 7th Edition, MLA 9th Edition, Chicago/Turabian, and Harvard referencing styles—the most commonly used formats in academic writing.
Is the citation generator accurate for academic papers?
Yes, our tool follows the latest style guide specifications. However, we recommend verifying citations against your institution's specific requirements, as some universities have minor variations in formatting preferences.
Can I cite theses and dissertations?
Absolutely! Our tool includes a dedicated Thesis/Dissertation source type that properly formats citations for Master's theses and doctoral dissertations across all supported citation styles.
How do I format multiple authors correctly?
Enter multiple authors separated by commas (e.g., 'John Smith, Jane Doe, Robert Brown'). The tool automatically formats them according to each style's rules for author order, ampersands, and 'et al.' usage.
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