Purdue OWL Citation Generator Tool
The Purdue OWL Citation Generator helps students and researchers create accurate academic citations in MLA, APA, and Chicago styles. It automates the formatting process based on the latest Purdue Online Writing Lab guidelines, ensuring proper credit to sources and avoiding plagiarism in academic writing.
How to Use
1. Select citation style (MLA/APA/Chicago)
2. Enter source details (author, title, publication date)
3. Click "Generate Citation"
4. Copy or download your formatted citation
FAQs
What citation styles does this tool support?
Our generator currently supports MLA, APA, and Chicago citation styles, following the latest Purdue OWL guidelines for academic formatting and referencing.
Is this citation generator free to use?
Yes, this Purdue OWL citation tool is completely free with no registration required. It's maintained as an educational resource for students and researchers.
How accurate are the generated citations?
While our tool follows official Purdue OWL guidelines, always double-check citations against current style manuals as formatting rules occasionally update.