Free ASA Citation Generator
An ASA citation generator formats sociology sources into American Sociological Association 7th edition reference entries and matching author-date in-text citations. This browser-only formatter supports journal articles, books, chapters, websites, and reports without sign-in.
Build an ASA Citation
Add source details; all three outputs update instantly.
ASA method
How to create an ASA citation
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Choose the source type.
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Enter the author or organization, year, and title.
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Add source-specific publication details and a DOI or URL when available.
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Optionally add a page locator for the in-text citation.
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Review the flagged fields, verify the draft, and copy the outputs.
ASA Citation Generator FAQ
What is an ASA citation generator?
An ASA citation generator turns source details into an American Sociological Association reference entry and a matching author-date in-text citation.
How do ASA in-text citations work?
ASA in-text citations use the author's surname and publication year. For a specific passage, add a colon and page number with no space, such as (Smith 2024:18).
How are multiple authors listed in ASA style?
In a reference entry, invert only the first author's name. In text, list both surnames for two authors, all three for three authors, and the first surname plus et al. for four or more.
Does ASA style require a retrieval date for websites?
ASA references for web content commonly include a retrieval date and the URL. Follow any more specific requirement from your instructor or journal.
Should I verify a generated ASA citation?
Yes. Check every name, date, title, page range, DOI, URL, and retrieval detail against the original source and current ASA guidance.
Citation rules and journal requirements can change. Compare every draft with the original source, your course or journal requirements, and the current ASA Style Guide.
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