Free YouTube Citation Generator
Generate proper citations for YouTube videos in APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and IEEE formats. Essential for academic papers, research, and professional writing. No signup required.
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Free YouTube Citation Generator Features
5 citation formats for academic and professional use
APA 7th Edition
The most common format for social science, psychology, and education papers.
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Copy individual citations or all formats at once.
5 Formats
APA 7th, MLA 9th, Chicago/Turabian, Harvard, and IEEE citation styles.
MLA 9th Edition
Standard for humanities, literature, and language arts citations.
FAQ
When should I cite YouTube videos?
Whenever you reference, quote, or paraphrase content from a YouTube video in academic or professional writing. Treat it like any other source.
Do I need the upload date?
Yes. Most citation styles require the publication/upload date. Check the video's About section for the exact date.
What is the access date?
The date you viewed the video. Important for online sources that may change or be removed. Auto-filled to today's date.
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