How to Cite a Website

Last updated: January 1, 2026

Use this guide to cite websites correctly in APA, MLA, and Chicago styles. Always confirm with your instructor's rules.

Quick reference

APA: Author. (Year, Month Day). Title. Site Name. URL
MLA: Author. "Title." Site Name, Day Mon. Year, URL. Accessed Day Mon. Year.
Chicago: Author. "Title." Site Name. Month Day, Year. Accessed Month Day, Year. URL.

Step-by-step

Identify the author or organization.
Find a publication date (or use n.d.).
Use the exact page title.
Use the website name (often the publisher).
Use a clean URL without tracking parameters.

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