Cite My Source is a simple citation generator that helps you cite sources properly and build clean reference lists for your academic work. If you need to cite my source for an essay, research paper, or project, our tool helps you create in-text citations and full bibliography entries quickly and consistently.
What Cite My Source does
Cite My Source helps you:
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generate in-text citations and full reference entries,
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format sources in popular styles (such as APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, IEEE, and AMA),
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cite common source types (websites, books, journal articles, videos, PDFs, and more),
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copy citations instantly or download all citations as a .DOC file,
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keep your references consistent across your paper.
How it works
Using the tool is straightforward:
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Choose the citation style you need.
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Select the source type (for example, Website, Book, or Journal).
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Add your source using auto input (when available) or fill in details manually.
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Generate your citation and use it in your paper.
Why citations matter
Citations help readers understand where information comes from and allow you to give proper credit to original authors. A clear reference list also makes your work easier to verify and improves academic writing quality.
Accuracy and responsibility
Cite My Source is designed to help with formatting, but citation requirements can vary by institution and instructor. We recommend reviewing generated citations and adjusting details when needed to match your specific guidelines.
Our goal
Our goal is to make citation formatting faster and less stressful, so you can focus on writing and research instead of spending time on punctuation rules and style manuals.