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APA Citation Generator

Build APA 7th edition citations in seconds. Enter the author, year, title and source, and Paperpress formats a clean reference you can copy straight into your assignment.

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How it works

Choose your source type — website, journal article or book.
Enter the author, year, title and publication details.
Copy the formatted APA 7 citation into your reference list.

Why use the APA Citation Generator

Covers websites, journal articles and books
APA 7th edition formatting
Runs locally — nothing is uploaded
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Frequently asked questions

Is this APA 6 or APA 7?

It formats references in APA 7th edition, the current standard used by most universities.

Is the APA citation generator free?

Yes. It runs entirely in your browser and is free, with no sign-up.

Should I still check the citation?

Yes — always confirm against your unit's style guide, as edge cases and unusual sources can vary.

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