How to Cite a Reddit or Forum Post in Harvard (Cite Them Right)

Learn how to cite Reddit threads, AMAs, and online forum or discussion-board posts in Harvard format (Cite Them Right). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

Harvard Reference List Format

Here is the standard Harvard format for citing a Reddit post in your reference list:

Harvard Example for a Reddit or Forum Post

A complete Harvard reference for a Reddit post, formatted by the official Harvard CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Matching in-text citation: (u/quiet_scholar, 2024)

Harvard In-Text Citation

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

Key Harvard Formatting Rules

• Use the username as the author and give the year of the post.
• Add the [Online forum post] descriptor after the post title.
• Add 'Available at:' followed by the direct URL of the thread.
• Include an '(Accessed: Day Month Year)' date at the end.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your Reddit post.
2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the Harvard (Cite Them Right) 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 reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match Harvard requirements.

Cite a Reddit or Forum Post in Other Styles

Cite Other Sources in Harvard

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