Free MLA Citation Generator
An MLA citation generator formats source details into MLA 9 works cited entries and in-text citations so readers can identify, retrieve, and verify the work you are citing.
Build an MLA Works Cited Entry
Enter source details and copy the formatted MLA 9 citation.
MLA method
How to generate an MLA works cited entry
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Choose the source type you need to cite.
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Enter the author, date, title, and publication details you know.
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Add a DOI, URL, publisher, journal, page range, or access date when relevant.
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Review the missing-field warnings before using the citation.
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Copy the MLA works cited entry and in-text citation into your bibliography or draft.
MLA Citation Generator FAQ
What is an MLA citation generator?
An MLA citation generator turns source details like author, title, container, publisher, date, DOI, and URL into a formatted MLA works cited entry and matching in-text citation.
Which MLA style does this tool use?
This generator follows common MLA 9 works cited patterns for web pages, journal articles, books, reports, news articles, and videos.
Can I cite a source with no author in MLA?
Yes. In MLA, sources without a named author usually start with the title, followed by the date and remaining publication details.
Should I include an access date in MLA?
Use an access date when the source is designed to change over time, such as a live database, wiki page, profile, dashboard, or updating report.
Does this replace checking the original source?
No. Use the generated citation as a formatting draft, then verify every source detail against the original record before submitting or publishing.
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