How to Cite a Social Media Post in APSA (current)
Learn how to cite tweets, Instagram posts, Facebook posts, and TikToks in APSA format (current). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.
APSA Reference List Format
Here is the standard APSA format for citing a social media post in your reference list:
APSA Example for a Social Media Post
A complete APSA reference for a social media post, formatted by the official APSA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:
University Library. 2024. “Our New Open-Access Policy Takes Effect Today.” Instagram. https://www.example.org/post/12345.
Matching in-text citation: (University Library 2024)
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your social media post.
- Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the APSA (current) template shown above.
- Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
- Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
- Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match APSA requirements.
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