Citation Generator (APA, MLA, Chicago)
Fill in the details of your source and get correctly formatted citations in APA 7th, MLA 9th and Chicago style, ready to copy into your bibliography.
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APA vs MLA vs Chicago
| Style | Used in | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| APA 7th | Psychology, education, social sciences, business | Author initials, year in brackets straight after the author |
| MLA 9th | English, literature, humanities | Full author names, “Works Cited” list, date near the end |
| Chicago | History, arts, some sciences | Footnotes plus bibliography, full names, place of publication |
Double-check before you submit
- Italics matter: book and journal names are italic. Paste with formatting into Word or Google Docs to keep it.
- Your teacher may use a modified version of a style. Always follow their guidance.
- Sort your reference list alphabetically by the first author’s surname.
Frequently asked questions
How do I cite a website with no author?
Leave the author field empty. The title moves to the front, as each style requires.
How do I keep the italics?
Copy the citation and paste it into your document. Most editors keep the italic formatting.
What if there’s no publication date?
Leave it blank. APA uses “n.d.” (no date) and MLA relies on the access date.