Citation & Bibliography Generator
For StudentsCreate APA 7 and MLA 9 citations for websites, books, and journal articles — copy bibliography entries and in-text citations instantly.
How to use this tool
For StudentsCreate APA or MLA citations
- Choose citation style (APA 7 or MLA 9) and source type.
- Fill in author, title, and other required fields.
- Copy the bibliography entry and in-text citation for your paper.
Generated citation
Title is required to generate a citation.
Why accurate citations matter
Citations give credit to original authors, help readers locate sources, and protect you from accidental plagiarism. Instructors often mark down papers that mix APA and MLA punctuation, omit DOIs, or invent page numbers.
APA 7th edition is common in psychology, education, and social sciences. MLA 9th edition is common in literature and language courses. Both expect consistent author names, titles, dates, and container details — a missing publisher or URL can make a reference incomplete.
Use this generator to draft a correctly ordered entry, then compare it with your syllabus or style handbook before you submit. Treat the output as a high-quality starting point, not a substitute for your school’s official guide.
How to Use Citation & Bibliography Generator
Choose APA 7 or MLA 9, then pick the source type that matches what you used: website, book, or journal article. The form only shows fields that matter for that combination.
Enter authors carefully (family name and given name where asked), plus title, publication date, and container details such as site name, publisher, volume, or issue.
Copy the bibliography entry into your reference list and use the matching in-text citation format beside the claim you support. Keep hanging indents and alphabetization as your style requires.
If a field is unknown (no DOI, no page range), leave it blank rather than guessing — incomplete but honest citations are safer than fabricated details.
Re-run the tool for each source so every entry follows the same edition rules. Consistency across the whole list is as important as any single citation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which citation styles are supported?
APA 7th edition and MLA 9th edition for websites, books, and journal articles. Choose the style your instructor assigned before filling the form.
How do in-text citations differ from the bibliography?
The bibliography (or Works Cited) lists full source details. In-text citations are short pointers in the body — typically author and year (APA) or author and page (MLA). This tool provides both so you can paste the right form in each place.
What if my source has multiple authors?
Enter each author in the order shown on the source. APA and MLA abbreviate long author lists differently in-text; verify the final shortened form against your style guide when there are three or more authors.
Do I need an account?
No. Citations are generated instantly in your browser with no login and no upload of your paper.
Should I verify the citation before submitting?
Yes. Always double-check against your institution’s style guide or librarian resources. Edge cases (translated works, social media, datasets) may need manual tweaks.
Is this citation generator free?
Completely free with unlimited citations and no signup.