Citation Generator
APA (7th edition)
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MLA (9th edition)
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How to use this citation generator
- Fill in author, title, year, and source — URL and access date are optional.
- Both APA and MLA formatted citations generate instantly.
- Copy the one your paper or assignment requires.
Why do APA and MLA formats differ?
APA (common in sciences and social sciences) emphasizes publication date, while MLA (common in humanities) emphasizes the author and page numbers — reflecting each field's citation priorities.
Which style should I use for my paper?
It depends on your field or your instructor's requirement — check your assignment guidelines or style guide, as APA and MLA are the two most common but not the only ones.
Do I need the access date for every source?
Access dates are mainly needed for web sources that could change over time (like wikis), not for stable sources like published books or journal articles.