How do I cite a software or app in ASA?

To cite a software or app in ASA (7th edition), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.

What does the in-text citation look like for a software or app in ASA?

In ASA, the in-text citation for the example above is (Sanchez 2024)

How to Cite a Software or App in ASA (7th edition)

Learn how to cite software, an app, or computer program in ASA format (7th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

ASA Reference List Format

Here is the standard ASA format for citing a software or app in your reference list:

ASA Example for a Software or App

A complete ASA reference for a software or app, formatted by the official ASA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Sanchez, Rosa. 2024. RefCheck [computer program]. Version 3.4.0. https://www.example.org/refcheck.

Matching in-text citation: (Sanchez 2024)

Step-by-Step Guide

Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your software or app.
Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the ASA (7th edition) 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 ASA requirements.

Evidence and review notes

Worked examples are generated by citeproc from the published CSL definition, not written by a language model.

CSL style record: asa.csl

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a software or app in ASA?: To cite a software or app in ASA (7th edition), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the ASA format for a software or app citation?: The ASA format for a software or app is: Sanchez, Rosa. 2024. RefCheck [computer program]. Version 3.4.0. https://www.example.org/refcheck.
What does the in-text citation look like for a software or app in ASA?: In ASA, the in-text citation for the example above is (Sanchez 2024)

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