FutureTools

Citation Generator

APA · MLA · Chicago · Harvard · IEEE · Vancouver

Generate perfectly formatted citations in any major academic style. Enter your source details and get instant, accurate citations.

6 Formats 6 Source Types Instant Copy & Save Export
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Tool Information
Price100% Free
RegistrationNot Required
PrivacyClient-Side Only
Formats6 Styles
Shortcuts
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Guide

How to Use

Follow these simple steps to generate perfect citations.

1
Choose Type

Select the source type (Website, Book, etc.).

2
Fill Details

Enter the source information in the form.

3
Select Format

Choose citation style (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.).

4
Generate

Click generate and copy your formatted citation.

Benefits

Why Use This Generator?

The easiest way to create perfectly formatted academic citations.

6 Citation Formats

APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, IEEE, and Vancouver styles.

6 Source Types

Website, book, journal, newspaper, magazine, and video.

Instant Generation

Generate properly formatted citations in seconds.

Author Formatting

Automatic APA/MLA author name formatting.

Save & Manage

Save multiple citations and manage your list.

Copy & Export

One-click copy, paste, or download your citations.

500,000+

Citations Generated

6 Styles100% FreePrivate
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What citation formats are supported?

We support 6 major citation formats: APA (7th Edition), MLA (9th Edition), Chicago (17th Edition), Harvard, IEEE, and Vancouver. Each format follows the latest official guidelines.

What source types can I cite?

You can cite websites, books, journal articles, newspapers, magazines, and videos. Each source type has specific fields that are relevant to that format.

How do I format multiple authors?

Separate author names with semicolons (;). For example: "John Smith; Jane Doe; Robert Johnson". The generator will automatically format them according to the selected citation style.

Is this tool free to use?

Yes, the Citation Generator is completely free with no registration required. You can generate unlimited citations without any restrictions.

Is my data stored on any server?

No. All citation generation happens entirely in your browser. Your source data is never sent to any server or stored anywhere. Your research data remains completely private.

Can I save multiple citations?

Yes! After generating a citation, click the Save button to add it to your citation list. You can save multiple citations, copy them all at once, or download individual citations.