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How to Cite ChatGPT in Turabian (9th edition)

Learn how to cite ChatGPT and other generative AI tools in Turabian format (9th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

Turabian Bibliography Format

Here is the standard Turabian format for citing ChatGPT in your bibliography:

Cite in a note, not the bibliography: ChatGPT or model name, response to "Text of your prompt," OpenAI, Month Day, Year, public share URL.

Turabian In-Text Citation

Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:

Parenthetical

Footnote: ¹

Narrative

ChatGPT, response to "Text of your prompt," OpenAI, Month Day, Year, public share URL.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your ChatGPT.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the Turabian (9th edition) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your bibliography: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match Turabian requirements.

Evidence and review notes

Worked examples are generated by citeproc from the published CSL definition, not written by a language model. Editorial guidance and sources in this section were reviewed on 2026-08-14.

CSL style record: turabian.csl

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite ChatGPT in Turabian?
To cite ChatGPT in Turabian (9th edition), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the Turabian format for ChatGPT citation?
The Turabian format for ChatGPT is: Cite in a note, not the bibliography: ChatGPT or model name, response to "Text of your prompt," OpenAI, Month Day, Year, public share URL.
What does the in-text citation look like for ChatGPT in Turabian?
In Turabian, the in-text citation for the example above is Footnote: ¹

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