Create accurate citations in seconds
APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, Vancouver & IEEE. Free, no sign-up required.
✅ 30+ source types
✅ Export to Word & Google Docs
✅ AI-detection safe
✅ 100% free, no limits
Create accurate citations in seconds
APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, Vancouver & IEEE. Free, no sign-up required.
🌐 Website
📚 Book
📰 Journal
🎬 Video
🎓 Thesis
📄 Newspaper
— or fill in manually —
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Your citations will appear here. Add your first citation above.
Your citations will appear here. Add your first citation above.
Auto-cite from URL, DOI, or ISBN
Enter a URL, DOI, or ISBN and the generator finds and formats all details. Supports 30+ source types.
6 citation styles
APA 7th, MLA 9th, Harvard, Chicago, Vancouver, and IEEE. Switch styles instantly.
Export to Word & Google Docs
Download your bibliography as a text file compatible with Microsoft Word and Google Docs.
PDF citation extraction
Enter a DOI or URL from an academic paper and get a complete citation instantly.
AI-detection safe
Only real sources, no AI-generated content. Just accurate formatted references.
100% free, no limits
No sign-up required, no ads, no limits. Create unlimited citations for free.
FAQ
What is a citation generator?
A citation generator automatically creates formatted references for sources like websites, books, and journal articles. It saves time and ensures correct formatting.
Which citation styles are supported?
APA 7th Edition, MLA 9th Edition, Harvard, Chicago, Vancouver, and IEEE. Switch between styles at any time.
Is this citation generator really free?
Yes, completely free. No sign-up required, no ads, no limits. Create unlimited citations without paying anything.
Can I export my bibliography?
Yes. Copy all citations to clipboard or export as a text file compatible with Word and Google Docs.
What types of sources can I cite?
Websites, books, journal articles, videos, theses, newspaper articles and more — 30+ source types.
Is this better than using ChatGPT for citations?
Yes. ChatGPT often generates fake citations. StudyRift's generator uses only real information you provide — accurate and AI-detection safe.