Free Citation Generator – APA, MLA and Harvard References
Make APA 7, MLA 9 and Harvard references for websites, books and journal articles. Free, no sign-up – build and copy your reference list.
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How to use it
Choose the source type and style, fill in what you know (author, year, title, publisher or website, URL), then press Add. Your reference list is sorted alphabetically and saved in your browser. Always check against your school’s style guide – each school may have small differences, especially for Harvard.
FAQ
Which styles are supported?
APA 7th edition, MLA 9th edition and a common Harvard (author-date) format.
Is the citation always correct?
It follows the main rules of each style, but you should check details such as capitalisation and italics against the official guide or your school’s guide.
Is Harvard standardised?
No – universities publish their own Harvard versions. Use your university’s guide when they differ.
Official sources
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